Bacstol Tablet

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Trimethoprim (100mg)
🏭 Ipca Laboratories Ltd 📦 strip of 10 tablets 💊 Allopathy 1 min read 📅 Updated: May 3, 2026
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⚠️ Medical Safety Information
🤰 Pregnancy Category X/C/D

📋 Drug Information

Generic NameTrimethoprim (100mg)
ManufacturerIpca Laboratories Ltd
Packagingstrip of 10 tablets
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassSulphonamides
Habit Forming✓ No
Prescription Required✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug)
StorageRoom temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture

💊 What is Bacstol Tablet used for?

Bacstol Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It helps to kill germs (bacteria) that cause various types of infections like infections of the urinary tract and respiratory tract.Bacstol Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may take it with food. It is better to have this medicine at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.Some people may develop side effects like skin rash, vomiting, mouth ulcers, hives (urticaria) and headache. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.

💡 How to Take Bacstol Tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

  • ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
  • ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
  • ✅ Complete the full course of medication
  • ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture

⚠️ Side Effects

Common and serious side effects may include:

  • Skin rash
  • Vomiting
  • Mouth ulcer
  • Hives
  • Feeling sick
  • Headache
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Note: This is not a complete list. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

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📖 Frequently Asked Questions

🔹 How long does it take for Bacstol Tablet to work?

Some effects may be seen within hours, while full benefits may take days to weeks.

🔹 Can I take Bacstol Tablet with other medications?

Always inform your doctor about all medications you're taking to avoid interactions.

🔹 What should I do if I miss a dose of Bacstol Tablet?

Take it as soon as you remember. Skip if it's almost time for your next dose.

🔄 Cheaper Substitutes (Same Salt)

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📖 Patient Counseling

  • 🔹 Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor
  • 🔹 Inform your doctor about all other medications you're taking
  • 🔹 Avoid alcohol while taking this medication
  • 🔹 If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip if it's almost time for next dose.
  • 🔹 Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions
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