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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:19 PM IST
Salgatran Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). It contains Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole, which stops the growth of bacteria and kills them. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as high levels of potassium in the blood, palpitations (abnormal heartbeats), thrush or candidiasis (fungal infection), headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and skin rashes. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Salgatran Suspension

Salgatran Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Salgatran Suspension does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu. 

Salgatran Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids, which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Salgatran Suspension stops the growth of bacteria and kills them. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Salgatran Suspension based on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as high levels of potassium in the blood, palpitations (abnormal heartbeats), thrush or candidiasis (fungal infection), headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and skin rashes. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Salgatran Suspension, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Salgatran Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting. Salgatran Suspension is not recommended for children below 12 years.

Uses of Salgatran Suspension

Treatment of Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Salgatran Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). Salgatran Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids, which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Salgatran Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. Salgatran Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

Directions for Use

Swallow Salgatran Suspension as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Salgatran Suspension

  • High levels of potassium in the blood
  • Palpitations (abnormal heartbeats)
  • Thrush or candidiasis (fungal infection)
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rashes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Salgatran Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have severe liver or kidney problems, thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets in the blood), or porphyria (rare blood problem). Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pain. Talk to your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension if you have severe allergies, asthma, ulcers, blood disorders, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, are elderly, underweight or malnourished; if you have a folic acid deficiency, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, or high levels of potassium in the blood. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Salgatran Suspension to prevent unpleasant side-effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Salgatran Suspension may have interaction with sulphonylureas (gliclazide, glibenclamide), thiazide diuretics (bendroflumethiazide), antibiotic (azithromycin, metronidazole), and bronchodilator (albuterol). 

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Salgatran Suspension to prevent unpleasant side-effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), hematologic (blood) toxicity, hypersensitivity reactions, porphyria (rare blood problem that affects skin or nervous system), folate deficiency, crystalluria (cloudy urine), dialysis, urinary obstruction, kidney and liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GLIBENCLAMIDE
  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • METRONIDAZOLE
  • ALBUTEROL
  • BENDROFLUMETHIAZIDE
  • GLICLAZIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Special Advise

  • Salgatran Suspension may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Salgatran Suspension. 
  • Your doctor may advise you to get regular tests if you have kidney problems or if you have been prescribed Salgatran Suspension for a longer duration, to know if the medicine is working properly.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. However, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

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Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Salgatran Suspension 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

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Salgatran Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Salgatran Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

It is unknown whether Salgatran Suspension affects your ability to drive and operating machinery. Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focussed.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension if you have liver impairment/liver disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Salgatran Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney impairment/kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

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Salgatran Suspension is not recommended for children below 12 years.

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FAQs

Salgatran Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma).
Salgatran Suspension is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. By inhibiting these, Salgatran Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, helps to treat bacterial infections.
Salgatran Suspension causes thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent the growth of fungus.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Salgatran Suspension. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Salgatran Suspension and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
It is recommended to complete the course of Salgatran Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to recurring infections. Continue taking Salgatran Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.
Do not take Salgatran Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Salgatran Suspension may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Salgatran Suspension.
Salgatran Suspension may cause high levels of potassium in the blood, which could lead to abnormal heartbeats (palpitations). Regular monitoring of potassium levels and heart rate is advised while taking Salgatran Suspension.
You can take Salgatran Suspension with or without as advised by your doctor. Take Salgatran Suspension preferably with food to avoid nausea or diarrhoea.
No, Salgatran Suspension is not an addiction causing medicine. But the dose and duration should be followed as prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Salgatran Suspension can be used for urinary tract infection as Salgatran Suspension is used to prevent infections caused by bacteria.
Pimples are caused due to various reasons. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension. If you have any concerns regarding acne, discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Salgatran Suspension is a stronger antibiotic. It contains two antibiotics namely, Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim.
Salgatran Suspension can cause side effects such as high levels of potassium in your blood, which can cause abnormal heart beats. Also, it may cause fungal infections like thrush or candidiasis which can affect mouth or vagina and other common side effects like headache, nausea, diarrhoea and skin rashes. If these effects worsen or persist, consult your doctor.
Yes, Salgatran Suspension is safe to use in most patients. However consult your doctor if you experience any side effects like nausea, vomiting, skin rash, allergic reaction.
Yes, Salgatran Suspension can cause nausea and vomiting. If these persist or worsen, consult your doctor.
Salgatran Suspension is contraindicated in patients who have a history of drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia from using trimethoprim and/or sulfonamides, who have a known hypersensitivity to these medications, or who have megaloblastic anemia from a folate deficiencies and in patients with severe renal insufficiency or obvious liver impairment.
Avoid spicy, acidic, and greasy foods while taking Salgatran Suspension as they may increase your risk of side effects such upset stomach and diarrhoea. Also, Salgatran Suspension can interact with alcohol. It's best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Salgatran Suspension.
Yes, Salgatran Suspension expires. The expiry date can be found on the packaging.
No, do not stop taking Salgatran Suspension without first consulting your doctor. Complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better as you may notice an improvement in your symptoms before the infection is cured completely.
If you miss a dose of Salgatran Suspension, do not worry. Take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
If you don't feel better after completing the full course of treatment with Salgatran Suspension, inform your doctor. Also, let your doctor know if your symptoms are worsening while taking Salgatran Suspension.
Salgatran Suspension should be used in children above 12 years of age if advised by a doctor.
Avoid taking Salgatran Suspension if you are allergic to Sulfamethoxazole, Trimethoprim or any other ingredients of Salgatran Suspension. If you have severe liver or kidney problems, or have ever had thrombocytopenia (blood problem causing bleeding or bruises) or have porphyria (a rare blood problem), inform your doctor before taking Salgatran Suspension.
Take Salgatran Suspension as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew it.
Store the Salgatran Suspension in the original package at room temperature. Keep it out of the reach and sight of children.

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