Sayotex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Sayotex have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Sayotex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sayotex as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Sayotex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Sayotex's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sayotex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sayotex related warnings section.
Sayotex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sayotex in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sayotex contraindications section.
Besides this, Sayotex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sayotex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sayotex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Sayotex safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Sayotex safely.
Is the use of Sayotex safe during breastfeeding?
Sayotex may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sayotex on the Kidneys?
Sayotex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sayotex on the Liver?
Side effects of Sayotex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Sayotex on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Sayotex for the heart.
Sayotex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sayotex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sayotex habit forming or addictive?
Sayotex is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sayotex can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Sayotex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sayotex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Sayotex
Taking Sayotex with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sayotex
Information about the interaction of Sayotex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Discontinuing Sayotex in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Sayotex can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Occasionally Sayotex can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Sayotex can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Rarely Sayotex can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
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References
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