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Bactomet is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection. The alternative uses of Bactomet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Bactomet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Bactomet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Bactomet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Bactomet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Bactomet related warnings talks about Bactomet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bactomet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bactomet in conditions like Liver Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease. The section on Bactomet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Bactomet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bactomet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Bactomet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Is the use of Bactomet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Bactomet safely.
Is the use of Bactomet safe during breastfeeding?
Bactomet can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Bactomet on the Kidneys?
Bactomet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactomet on the Liver?
Bactomet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Bactomet on the Heart?
Bactomet has very mild side effects on the heart.
Bactomet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactomet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactomet habit forming or addictive?
Bactomet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Bactomet
It is safe to take Bactomet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactomet
Taking alcohol with Bactomet can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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