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All Details About Oltum 125mg Dry Powder
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Oltum 125mg Dry Powder
Description:
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder effectively treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, and urinary tract in children. It is also given to prevent infection in animal and human bite wounds and may also be given before surgical procedures as a preventive therapy.Oltum 125mg Dry Powder can be given either before or after meals but giving it with food improves absorption and reduces the chances of stomach upset in your child. The dose and duration depend upon the type and severity of the infection, so stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of the intake, give the same dose again but do not double dose if it is already time for the next dose.
This medicine may have some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, allergy, and transient increased in liver enzyme. These episodes should start receding after a few doses. However, if these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without any delay.
Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, a blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.
Directions For Use:
Employ this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Oltum 125mg Dry Powder is to be taken with food.Avoid Oltum 125mg Dry Powder with dietary sodium.
Side Effects:
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-Ordinary side effects of Oltum
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Allergy
- Increased liver enzymes
Warning & Precautions:
Kidney
CAUTION
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder is recommended.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Oltum 125mg Dry Powder to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Oltum 125mg Dry Powder to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
FAQs:
My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Can I give Oltum 125mg Dry Powder to my child?
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder may cause seizure activity, particularly in children who have kidney disease. So, Oltum 125mg Dry Powder should be used with caution in children with a history of seizure disorder. If seizures occur, discontinue Oltum 125mg Dry Powder and visit your child’s doctor right away.
What if I give too much of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder by mistake?
An extra dose of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.
Are there any possible serious side effects of Oltum 125mg Dry Powder?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Forever consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Oltum 125mg Dry Powder?
Oltum 125mg Dry Powder can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Oltum 125mg Dry Powder. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Oltum 125mg Dry Powder?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Oltum 125mg Dry Powder on a long-term basis?
The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.
Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?
In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Hence, you must give antibiotics to your child only after consulting with your child’s doctor.
Can Oltum 125mg Dry Powder impact my child’s digestion?
Antibiotics kill the infection-causing bacteria, but while doing this they may affect the good bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. As a result, your child may develop diarrhea or some other infections as well. Moreover, children have a more sensitive stomach than adults, so the likelihood of developing a stomach upset is more. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Oltum 125mg Dry Powder, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.
How long does Oltum 125mg Dry Powder take to work?
The amount of time Oltum 125mg Dry Powder takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
How long should you take Oltum 125mg Dry Powder?
The duration of therapy with Oltum 125mg Dry Powder depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Earlier starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Can Oltum 125mg Dry Powder be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Oltum 125mg Dry Powder should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Oltum 125mg Dry Powder with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Can Oltum 125mg Dry Powder treat UTI?
Affirmative, Oltum 125mg Dry Powder can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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