Oltum

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Oltum Information



Oltum Benefits & Uses

Oltum is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oltum Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage


Oltum Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oltum is used -

Oltum Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Oltum safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Oltum without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Oltum safe during breastfeeding?


    Oltum is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Oltum on the Kidneys?


    Oltum rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Oltum on the Liver?


    Using Oltum does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Oltum on the Heart?


    Oltum is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Oltum with Other Drugs

Oltum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Oltum Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oltum unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Oltum

  • Is this Oltum habit forming or addictive?


    Oltum is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Oltum as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Oltum is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Oltum is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Oltum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Oltum


    Taking Oltum with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Oltum


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Oltum with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Oltum

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Oltum treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Oltum can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Oltum?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Oltum may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Oltum treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oltum can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Oltum affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Oltum can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question almost 4 years ago

Does Oltum help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oltum can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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