Umactin50 mg

Umactin 50 mg is specifically indicated for the treatment & prophylaxis of urinary tract infections caused by susceptible strains of Escherichia coli, Enterococci, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus saprophyticus and certain susceptible strains of Klebsiella and Enterobacter species.

Systemic Urinary Anti- infective

Umactin 50 mg interferes with cell metabolism and cell wall synthesis by inhibiting several enzyme systems including acetyl coenzyme A. It is bactericidal to most gram-positive and gram-negative urinary tract pathogens.

Umactin 50 mg tablet (In adults): Uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 50-100 mg four times a day- the lower dosage level is recommended. Therapy should be continued for one week or for at least 3 days after sterility of the urine is obtained. For long-term suppressive therapy: In adults, a reduction of dosage to 50-100 mg at bedtime may be adequate. Umactin 50 mg capsule (In adults): Acute Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): 50 mg four times daily for 7 days. Long term suppression: 50-100 mg once a day. Prophylaxis: 50 mg four times daily for the duration of procedure and for three days thereafter. Umactin 50 mg SR capsule: Adults and Children over 12 years: One 100 mg capsule every 12 hours for seven days. Genito-urinary surgical prophylaxis: One capsule twice daily on day of procedure and for next 3 days. Umactin 50 mg suspension: Children: 5-7 mg/kg/day in four divided doses (contraindicated under one month of age). The average dose of Nintoin suspension for pediatric patients are as follows- 7 to 11 kg: ½ (2.5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 12 to 21 kg: 1 (5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 22 to 30 kg: 1½ (7.5 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. 31 to 41 kg: 2 (10 ml) teaspoonfuls 4 times daily. Therapy should be continued for one week or for at least 3 days after sterility of the urine is obtained. For long-term suppressive therapy in children, doses as low as 1 mg/kg per 24 hours, given in a single dose or in two divided doses, may be adequate.

Umactin 50 mg should be taken with food.

Antacids containing Magnesium Trisilicate, when administered concomitantly with Umactin 50 mg, reduce both the rate and extent of absorption of Uricosuric drugs, such as Probenecid and Sulfinpyrazone, can inhibit renal tubular secretion of Umactin 50 mg.

Anuria, oliguria or significant impairment of renal function are contraindications. This drug is contraindicated in pregnant patients at 38-42 weeks, during labor and delivery. Umactin 50 mg is also contraindicated in those patients with known hypersensitivity to Umactin 50 mg.

The most frequent clinical adverse events are nausea, headache, and flatulence. Other less occurred adverse events are diarrhea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, constipation, emesis, dizziness and drowsiness.

Pregnancy Category B. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.Umactin 50 mg has been detected in human breast milk in trace amounts. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions from Umactin 50 mg in nursing infants under one month of age, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother

If acute, sub-acute or chronic pulmonary reactions occur, Umactin 50 mg should be discontinued. Antacid preparations containing magnesium trisilicate should not be taken while taking Umactin 50 mg.

Occasional incidents of acute overdosage of Umactin 50 mg have not resulted in any specific symptoms other than vomiting. Induction of emesis is recommended.

Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.

Systemic Urinary Anti- infective

Umactin 50 mg is an antibacterial agent specific for urinary tract infections. Umactin 50 mg is highly soluble in urine, to which it may impart a brown color. Umactin 50 mg inactivates or alters bacterial ribosomal proteins and other macromolecules. Umactin 50 mg has been shown to be active against the following bacteria: Gram-Positive Aerobes Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Coagulase-negative staphylococci (including Staphylococcus epidermidis), Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus agalactiae, Group D streptococci, Viridans group streptococci. Gram-Negative Aerobes- Escherichia coli, Citrobacter amalonaticus, Citrobacter diversus, Citrobacter freundii, Klebsiella oxytoca, Klebsiella ozaenae.

Pregnancy Category B. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Umactin 50 mg has been detected in human breast milk in trace amounts. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions from Umactin 50 mg in nursing infants under one month of age, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.