Sultazen 375mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Sultazen 375mg Tablet is used in combination with other antibiotics for the treatment of various types of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and others.
Sultazen 375mg Tablet is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works by blocking an enzyme (beta lactamase) produced by bacteria to inactivate antibiotics. This reduces resistance and enhances the activity of antibiotics against bacteria.
Sultazen 375mg Tablet is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works by blocking an enzyme (beta lactamase) produced by bacteria to inactivate antibiotics. This reduces resistance and enhances the activity of antibiotics against bacteria.
Uses of Sultazen Tablet
- Severe bacterial infections
Side effects of Sultazen 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 Sultazen
- Diarrhea
- Injection site pain
How to use Sultazen 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. Sultazen 375mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sultazen Tablet works
Sultazen 375mg Tablet is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works by blocking an enzyme called beta lactamase produced by bacteria to inactivate antibiotics. Sultazen 375mg Tablet is frequently combined with beta-lactam antibiotics, such as ampicillin, cefoperazone, meropenem. As a single medicine, it treats infection caused by a type of bacterium called Acinetobacter baumanii. This activity is mediated by its interaction with certain proteins.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Sultazen 375mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sultazen 375mg 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
Sultazen 375mg 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 Sultazen 375mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sultazen 375mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sultazen 375mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Sultazen 375mg Tablet is used in treatment of severe bacterial infections, in combination with certain antibiotics.
- It is also used alone in the treatment of serious infections caused by pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii including those resistant to other antibiotics.
- It is preferentially given as an injection directly into a vein over a period of 15-60 minutes.
- When used alone, it is associated with few adverse effects, mainly pain at the injection site and diarrhea.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alpha amino acids derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent - Penicillin:Beta-lactamase inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Why is Sultazen 375mg Tablet added to other antibiotics?
Sultazen 375mg Tablet added to other antibiotics like ampicillin, cefoperazone, etc., because Sultazen 375mg Tablet contains Sulbactam, a beta-lactamase inhibitor, which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of other antibiotics like ampicillin, cefoperazone, etc., against the bacteria.
Q. Who should not take Sultazen 375mg Tablet?
Sultazen 375mg Tablet should not be taken by an individual if he/she had an allergic reaction to ampicillin, sulbactam, or any penicillin antibiotic (such as penicillins or cephalosporins), or if he/she has a history of liver problems caused by ampicillin/sulbactam.
Q. What should I discuss with my doctor before receiving Sultazen 375mg Tablet?
Before taking Sultazen 375mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Sultazen 375mg Tablet or any similar medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any type of allergy, asthma or breathing problems, heart disease or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all the medicines that you may be taking as they may affect or be affected by Sultazen 375mg Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Sultazen 375mg Tablet.
Q. Can I use a discolored solution of Sultazen 375mg Tablet?
No. You should not use Sultazen 375mg Tablet if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. The discolored solution may be contaminated and may not be as effective as it is expected to be. Also, it may cause additional side effects. So, it is better, that you discard the solution and go for another vial.
Q. I feel better now. Can I stop taking Sultazen 375mg Tablet?
No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Sultazen 375mg Tablet as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.
Q. Does Sultazen 375mg Tablet treat the flu?
No. Sultazen 375mg Tablet does not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
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