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Bacstol Tablet 10's

Bacstol Tablet 10's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Bacstol Tablet 10's

Bacstol Tablet 10's belongs to the 'antibacterials' class of drugs, primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) and respiratory tract. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Bacstol Tablet 10's contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug. Trimethoprim is a folic acid inhibitor that inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for developing proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Bacstol Tablet 10's prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.

Like all medicines, Bacstol Tablet 10's also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Bacstol Tablet 10's include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, loss of appetite, changes in taste, and headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.

Brief your medical history to doctor before starting Bacstol Tablet 10's. Do not use Bacstol Tablet 10's while having vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Bacstol Tablet 10's may affect vaccines' activity. Bacstol Tablet 10's can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, hence wear sunscreen when you step out. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's.

Uses of Bacstol Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Bacstol Tablet 10's contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug that treats bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), and respiratory tract. It also helps in treating chest infections and acne. Bacstol Tablet 10's 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 Tablet 10's prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Bacstol Tablet 10's is also used to prevent the recurrence of urinary tract infections.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow the tablet one hour before or two hours after meals, followed by a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Do not take it immediately before bed.Solution: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided with the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bacstol Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach upset 
  • Loss of appetite 
  • Changes in taste 
  • Headache 

Drug Warnings

Older patients may be more prone to side effects when they have a history of hyperkalemia while using Bacstol Tablet 10's. Please inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis treatment since Bacstol Tablet 10's 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 Tablet 10's therapy. Let your doctor know if you are undergoing any vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (like typhoid vaccine) since Bacstol Tablet 10's may affect vaccines' activity. Bacstol Tablet 10's may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence wear sunscreen when you step out. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Bacstol Tablet 10's may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin), anti-cancer drugs (methotrexate), anti-diabetics (repaglinide), heart-related drugs (procainamide, digoxin), anti-malarial drugs (pyrimethamine and dapsone), fits medicine (phenytoin), antibiotics (rifampicin), fluid retention drugs (spironolactone, amiloride), blood pressure medicines, and potassium supplements.

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Bacstol Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if have any anaemia, kidney or liver diseases, diabetes, vitamin deficiency (folate or folic acid), blood disorders like bone marrow suppression and G6PD deficiency, hyperkalaemia or low levels of sodium in the blood, porphyria, and muscle weakness.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • HEPARIN
  • METHOTREXATE
  • REPAGLINIDE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • DIGOXIN
  • PYRIMETHAMINE
  • DAPSONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • AMILORIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fibre enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Eating grapefruit during antibiotics treatment can prevent the body from utilizing Bacstol Tablet 10's properly. So, avoid intake of grapefruit or grapefruit juice with the antibiotic.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Bacstol Tablet 10's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make more challenging for your body to aid the Bacstol Tablet 10's in fighting off infections.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.

Special Advise

  • Renal, hepatic, and blood function tests are advised during prolonged therapy to rule out any toxicity caused due to overdose of Bacstol Tablet 10's. 
  • Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during usage of antibiotics like Trimethoprim. Please see your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhoea.
  • Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly since Bacstol Tablet 10's may affect your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes.
  • Trimethoprim is moderately removed during dialysis, hence let your doctor know if you are undergoing dialysis treatment so that the dose can be scheduled after the dialysis.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria occur in three basic shapes: spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have a cell wall). Some common symptoms of a bacterial infection include cough, fever and tiredness. 

Cystitis is an infection of the urinary tract caused by bacteria. It causes an inflammation of the bladder.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - BAC0211

FAQs

Bacstol Tablet 10's 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 Tablet 10's 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 breakdown), 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.
Bacstol Tablet 10's can affect the live vaccines like typhoid vaccine and decrease its effectiveness. Please consult a doctor before you start Bacstol Tablet 10's if you are undergoing any vaccinations.
Take this medication 2-3 hours before or after taking iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, and laxatives since these products prevent the absorption of Bacstol Tablet 10's. It is also advised to avoid dairy products like milk, yoghurt, and calcium-enriched juice.
Bacstol Tablet 10's can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Bacstol Tablet 10's. It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.
It is recommended to complete the course of Bacstol Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and stopping it midway may lead to recurring infections. Continue taking Bacstol Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.

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Alcohol

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Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Bacstol Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side-effects, such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

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Pregnancy

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Bacstol Tablet 10's 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 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

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Bacstol Tablet 10's is excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

It is unknown whether Bacstol Tablet 10's affects your ability to drive and operating machinery. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed. If you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking Bacstol Tablet 10's, do not drive or operate any machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Bacstol Tablet 10's.

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Children

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Bacstol Tablet 10's is not recommended to children below 12 years.

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