Bacstol-200 Tablet
Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Trimethoprim (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Bacstol 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Bacstol 200 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it with food. It is better to have this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Some people may develop side effects like skin rash, vomiting, mouth ulcers, hives (urticaria) and headache. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while you are on this medication.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bacstol 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Bacstol 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus it stops the bacteria from growing and prevents the infection from spreading.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Bacstol 200 Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Do not take Bacstol 200 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discontinue Bacstol 200 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth or have difficulty in breathing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take for Bacstol 200 Tablet to show its effects?
Bacstol 200 Tablet typically starts working soon after administration, but it may take a few days to eliminate all harmful bacteria and provide noticeable relief.
What if I don't experience improvement after using Bacstol 200 Tablet?
If you do not feel better after completing the full course of treatment, or if your symptoms worsen while using this medicine, consult your doctor for further guidance and potential adjustments to your treatment plan.
Can I discontinue Bacstol 200 Tablet once my symptoms subside?
It is essential to complete the full course of treatment with Bacstol 200 Tablet, even if your symptoms improve before the infection is fully cured. Stopping treatment prematurely may lead to incomplete elimination of the infection and potential relapse.
