Omstat 10mg Tablet

Omstat 10mg Tablet belongs to the 'antibacterials' class of drugs, primarily used to treat bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder) and respiratory tract. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

Omstat 10mg Tablet contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug. Trimethoprim is a folic acid inhibitor that inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for developing proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Omstat 10mg Tablet prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. This process further inhibits bacterial growth.

Like all medicines, Omstat 10mg Tablet also causes side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects of Omstat 10mg Tablet include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, loss of appetite, changes in taste, and headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice promptly.

Brief your medical history to doctor before starting Omstat 10mg Tablet. Do not use Omstat 10mg Tablet while having vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (typhoid vaccine) since Omstat 10mg Tablet may affect vaccines' activity. Omstat 10mg Tablet can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, hence wear sunscreen when you step out. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Omstat 10mg Tablet.

Omstat 10mg Tablet contains 'Trimethoprim,' an antibacterial drug that treats bacterial infections of the ear, urinary tracts like cystitis (inflammation of the bladder), and respiratory tract. It also helps in treating chest infections and acne. Omstat 10mg Tablet is a folic acid inhibitor and inhibits tetrahydrofolic acid formation (a folic acid derivative essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids). Thus, Omstat 10mg Tablet prevents the synthesis of bacterial nucleic acids and proteins, which are the primary cursors for carrying out bacteria's vital functions. Omstat 10mg Tablet is also used to prevent the recurrence of urinary tract infections.

Older patients may be more prone to side effects when they have a history of hyperkalemia while using Omstat 10mg Tablet. Please inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis treatment since Omstat 10mg Tablet is moderately removed by haemodialysis. Your doctor may schedule the dosage after dialysis. Please undergo an examination to rule out CDAD's chances if you experience diarrhoea following Omstat 10mg Tablet therapy. Let your doctor know if you are undergoing any vaccinations with live bacterial vaccines (like typhoid vaccine) since Omstat 10mg Tablet may affect vaccines' activity. Omstat 10mg Tablet may induce photosensitivity and makes your skin more sensitive to the sun; hence wear sunscreen when you step out. Please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Omstat 10mg Tablet.

• Renal, hepatic, and blood function tests are advised during prolonged therapy to rule out any toxicity caused due to overdose of Omstat 10mg Tablet. 
• Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD) is reported during usage of antibiotics like Trimethoprim. Please see your doctor if you experience prolonged diarrhoea.
• Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly since Omstat 10mg Tablet may affect your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes.
• Trimethoprim is moderately removed during dialysis, hence let your doctor know if you are undergoing dialysis treatment so that the dose can be scheduled after the dialysis.