Septran C Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia, bronchitis), ear, urinary tract, and intestines. It is also used to treat some parasitic infections.
Septran C Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It may be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, skin rash, and allergic reaction. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while undergoing treatment with this medicine.
Septran C Tablet works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It may be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, skin rash, and allergic reaction. Taking this medicine along with some food may help to prevent indigestion and upset stomach. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while undergoing treatment with this medicine.
Uses of Septran C Tablet
Benefits of Septran C Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It kills the bacteria causing the infection and treats your infection. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. You must continue the treatment as prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Septran C Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Septran C
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Skin rash
- Allergic reaction
How to use Septran C Tablet
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. Septran C Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Septran C Tablet works
Septran C Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Septran C Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Septran C Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Septran C Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Septran C Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Septran C Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Septran C Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Monitoring of potassium levels is advised in these patients. Use of Septran C Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Monitoring of potassium levels is advised in these patients. Use of Septran C Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Septran C Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Septran C Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Septran C Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Septran C Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Septran C Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Septran C Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Septran C 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.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
- Discontinue Septran C Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Sulfonamides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Sulphonamides
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Septran C Tablet for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Septran C Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Nausea
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Septran C Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Septran C Tablet on price
Expensive
50%
Not Expensive
50%
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Septran C Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Septran C Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Septran C Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Septran C Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Septran C Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea gets severe, talk to your doctor about it.
How long does Septran C Tablet takes to work?
Usually, Septran C Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedlinePlus. Co-trimoxazole. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Co-trimoxazole. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd
Address: A-10, 3rd Floor, Art Guild House, Phoenix Market City Annexe, LBS Marg, Kurla (West), Mumbai - 400070
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
1,279 people viewed this recentlyMRP
₹2.5
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
SOLD OUT
Notify me
