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Septran Adult Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Septran Adult Tab is used for Septran DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of urinary tract, ear and intestines..

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated June 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Trimethoprim (160mg) + Sulphamethoxazole (800mg)

What is Septran Adult Tab used for?

Septran DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia
bronchitis
infections of urinary tract
ear and intestines.

How Septran Adult Tab Works

Septran DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. These antibiotics work by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Dosage & Directions

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Septran DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food, if it causes stomach upset.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Pregnancy

Septran DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br/>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Interaction

Taking trimethoprim with alcohol may cause unpleasant side effects such as tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting, fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, .

Septran Adult Tab — Quick Facts

Composition: Trimethoprim (160mg) + Sulphamethoxazole (800mg)
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹9

Septran Adult Tab — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Septran Adult Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Septran Adult Tab used for?

How Septran Adult Tab Works

Dosage & Directions

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Septran Adult Tab — Quick Facts

Septran Adult Tab — Usage FAQs

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Septran Adult Tab — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Septran Adult Tab used for?

How Septran Adult Tab Works

Dosage & Directions

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Septran Adult Tab — Quick Facts

Septran Adult Tab — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc™

Safety disclaimer