Sam AT 5mg Tablet is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, and typhoid fever.

Sam AT 5mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial (germ) infections that affect various parts of the body normally leading to painful swelling and redness of the affected part causing varied problems

Uses of Sam AT Tablet

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Sam AT Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Sam AT 5mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues and typhoid fever. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

How to use Sam AT 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. Sam AT 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Sam AT 5mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sam AT 5mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sam AT 5mg 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

SAFE

Sam AT 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sam AT 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sam AT 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Sam AT 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Sam AT Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Sam AT 5mg 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

Sam AT 5mg Tablet is used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Sam AT 5mg Tablet may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminopenicillins {Penicillins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cell wall active agent -Extended spectrum Penicillin

Patient concerns

Hi i got a swelling of left side chin . I checked with test and doctor suggest me to take a PET test to check infection spread on body

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Please go ahead with the sam test

Mouth pain child for 4 day tablet or sam thing tha

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, please apply dologel mouth paint over the area in mouth every8 hrly for next 4 days. Also avoid overspicy food items.

I am PATIENT . my child age is 12 month. For my knee pain suggest me SAMMY 200. It is safe for lactation. Please suggest

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

SAMMY contains SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine). No information is available on the clinical use of SAM-e during breastfeeding. However, use of SAM-e by a nursing mother would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed infants, especially if the infant is older than 2 months.

Insulin user. Feel strength in leg reduced. Any wY to strengthen sam

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.

FAQs

Q. Can Sam AT 5mg Tablet cause allergic reaction?

Although it is rare but yes, Sam AT 5mg Tablet can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Q. Can the use of Sam AT 5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sam AT 5mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. How long does Sam AT 5mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Sam AT 5mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Sam AT 5mg Tablet.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Sam AT 5mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Sam AT 5mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Sam AT 5mg Tablet and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.

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Country of origin: India

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