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Composition:

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE-200MG + TRIMETHOPRIM-40MG

Uses:

<p>Septran Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Septran Oral Suspension are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):</strong> Septran Oral Suspension is often utilised to treat urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It prevents bacterial growth and allows the immune system to eliminate the disease.</li><li><strong>Respiratory Tract Infection:</strong> Septran Oral Suspension can be used to treat specific respiratory infections, including bronchitis and pneumonia, and prevent breathing difficulties caused by bacterial infection.</li><li><strong>Gastrointestinal infections: </strong>Septran Oral Suspension is often helpful against gastrointestinal infections, especially those caused by Shigella or Salmonella strains. It reduces symptoms like diarrhoea and abdominal pain.</li><li><strong>Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:</strong> Septran Oral Suspension effectively treats bacterial skin infections such as infected cuts, burns, or surgical wounds.</li><li><strong>Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP):</strong> Septran Oral Suspension prevents a potentially life-threatening condition in those with weakened immune systems.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Septran Oral Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). Septran Oral Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids, which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Septran Oral Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Therefore, it helps treat bacterial infections. Septran Oral Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

FAQs

Septran Oral Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma).

Septran Oral Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. By inhibiting these, Septran Oral Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, helps to treat bacterial infections.

Septran Oral Suspension causes thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent the growth of fungus.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Septran Oral Suspension. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Septran Oral Suspension and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Septran Oral Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to recurring infections. Continue taking Septran Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.

Do not take Septran Oral Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Septran Oral Suspension may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Septran Oral Suspension.

Septran Oral Suspension may cause high levels of potassium in the blood, which could lead to abnormal heartbeats (palpitations). Regular monitoring of potassium levels and heart rate is advised while taking Septran Oral Suspension.

You can take Septran Oral Suspension with or without as advised by your doctor. Take Septran Oral Suspension preferably with food to avoid nausea or diarrhoea.

No, Septran Oral Suspension is not an addiction causing medicine. But the dose and duration should be followed as prescribed by your doctor.

Yes, Septran Oral Suspension can be used for urinary tract infection as Septran Oral Suspension is used to prevent infections caused by bacteria.

Pimples are caused due to various reasons. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking Septran Oral Suspension. If you have any concerns regarding acne, discuss with your doctor.

Yes, Septran Oral Suspension is a stronger antibiotic. It contains two antibiotics namely, Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim.

Septran Oral Suspension can cause side effects such as high levels of potassium in your blood, which can cause abnormal heart beats. Also, it may cause fungal infections like thrush or candidiasis which can affect mouth or vagina and other common side effects like headache, nausea, diarrhoea and skin rashes. If these effects worsen or persist, consult your doctor.

Yes, Septran Oral Suspension is safe to use in most patients. However consult your doctor if you experience any side effects like nausea, vomiting, skin rash, allergic reaction.

Yes, Septran Oral Suspension can cause nausea and vomiting. If these persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Septran Oral Suspension is contraindicated in patients who have a history of drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia from using trimethoprim and/or sulfonamides, who have a known hypersensitivity to these medications, or who have megaloblastic anemia from a folate deficiencies and in patients with severe renal insufficiency or obvious liver impairment.

Avoid spicy, acidic, and greasy foods while taking Septran Oral Suspension as they may increase your risk of side effects such upset stomach and diarrhoea. Also, Septran Oral Suspension can interact with alcohol. It's best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Septran Oral Suspension.

Yes, Septran Oral Suspension expires. The expiry date can be found on the packaging.

No, do not stop taking Septran Oral Suspension without first consulting your doctor. Complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better as you may notice an improvement in your symptoms before the infection is cured completely.

If you miss a dose of Septran Oral Suspension, do not worry. Take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

If you don't feel better after completing the full course of treatment with Septran Oral Suspension, inform your doctor. Also, let your doctor know if your symptoms are worsening while taking Septran Oral Suspension.

Septran Oral Suspension should be used in children above 12 years of age if advised by a doctor.

Avoid taking Septran Oral Suspension if you are allergic to Sulfamethoxazole, Trimethoprim or any other ingredients of Septran Oral Suspension. If you have severe liver or kidney problems, or have ever had thrombocytopenia (blood problem causing bleeding or bruises) or have porphyria (a rare blood problem), inform your doctor before taking Septran Oral Suspension.

Take Septran Oral Suspension as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew it.

Store the Septran Oral Suspension in the original package at room temperature. Keep it out of the reach and sight of children.