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Solum Benefits & Uses

Solum is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Solum Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Above 3 months old can use

Solum Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Solum is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Itching or burning

Mild

Rash
Cough
Rhinitis
Pharyngitis

Common

Altered taste

Solum Related Warnings

Is the use of Solum safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Solum in pregnant women.

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Is the use of Solum safe during breastfeeding?

Solum is safe for breastfeeding women.

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What is the effect of Solum on the Kidneys?

Solum is not harmful for kidneys.

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What is the effect of Solum on the Liver?

Solum is not harmful for the liver.

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What is the effect of Solum on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Solum for the heart.

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Solum Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Solum unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Burns
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Solum

Is this Solum habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Solum is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Solum does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

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Is it safe?

Yes, Solum is safe for use.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Solum cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Solum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Solum

Taking Solum with food is safe.

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Interaction between Alcohol and Solum

Taking Solum with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

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Frequently asked Questions about Solum

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Solum on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

No, Solum should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of bacteria (causative agent). You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Solum treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Solum does not treat athlete's foot (also known as tinea pedis) that is a fungal infection which causes itching, stinging, scaling, and redness of the foot. Solum contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that only kills the bacteria not fungi which causes athlete's foot.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Solum treat Impetigo?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Solum can treat impetigo (school sores). It is effectively used in the treatment of impetigo caused by bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. To treat impetigo Solum is applied three times a day on the affected area for 5 - 10 days.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Solum cause hair loss?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Solum does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after using this drug, then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Solum treat MRSA?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Solum can treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. It is effectively used in the treatment of infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Since Solum is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to use it by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.