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Bacstol Syp is used to treat urinary tract infections. It contains Trimethoprim, which inhibits the growth of infection-causing bacteria. It may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and headache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Bacstol Syp
Bacstol Syp belongs to the antibacterial class of drugs, primarily used to treat urinary tract infections in both children and adults. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.
Bacstol Syp contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug. It is a folic acid inhibitor that inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for developing proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Bacstol Syp prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are required for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.
Bacstol Syp should be taken as advised by your physician. Like all medicines, Bacstol Syp may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Bacstol Syp include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.
Do not take Bacstol Syp if you are allergic to any of its components. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol Syp . Keep the doctor informed if you are taking any other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.
Uses of Bacstol Syp
Bacstol Syp is used to treat Bacterial Infections. The detailed uses of Bacstol Syp are as follows:<br/> • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Bacstol Syp treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible bacteria and provides broad-spectrum protection.<br/> • Broad spectrum activity: Bacstol Syp is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.<br/>
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Medicinal Benefits
Bacstol Syp contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug that treats bacterial infections of the urinary tract, like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder). It is a folic acid inhibitor and inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Bacstol Syp prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are required for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Bacstol Syp is also used to prevent the recurrence of urinary tract infections.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Bacstol Syp if you are allergic to any of its components. Please inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis treatment since Bacstol Syp is moderately removed by haemodialysis; your doctor may schedule the dosage after dialysis. Please undergo an examination to rule out CDAD's chances if you experience diarrhoea following Bacstol Syp therapy. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol Syp .
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Alcohol
Caution
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Bacstol Syp to prevent unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Bacstol Syp is not recommended during pregnancy since it interferes with folic acid formation, which plays a crucial role in developing the unborn baby's brain and spinal cord. Please consult your doctor before taking Bacstol Syp if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Bacstol Syp is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Bacstol Syp if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Consult your doctor
It is unknown whether Bacstol Syp affects your ability to drive and operate machinery. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focused.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking Bacstol Syp .
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease before taking Bacstol Syp .
Children
Safe if prescribed
Bacstol Syp is safe for use in children only if prescribed by the physician. The dose and duration of medicine will be decided by the paediatrician based on the child body weight and age.
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Bacstol Syp is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, including cystitis (inflammation of the bladder).
Bacstol Syp contains Trimethoprim, an antibacterial drug. It inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation and prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins that carry out bacteria's vital functions.
Bacstol Syp should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any anaemia (due to folate deficiency), kidney or liver diseases, diabetes, vitamin deficiency (folate or folic acid), blood disorders like bone marrow suppression and G6PD deficiency (a genetic disorder that causes red blood cells to break down), mineral imbalances like high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia) or low levels of sodium in the blood, porphyria (a disorder of skin sensitivity to light), and muscle weakness.
No, Bacstol Syp does not cause addiction. It is not a habit-forming drug.
Bacstol Syp usually starts working within 24-48 hours, and you will feel better within a few days. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Bacstol Syp for the prescribed duration.
Common side effects of Bacstol Syp include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.
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