Introduction

Uses of Acos

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Acos

Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea

How to use Acos

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. Acos may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Acos works

Acos is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

What if you forget to take Acos?

If you miss a dose of Acos, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Acos.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Acos and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acos.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Acos is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Acos is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nThere may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Acos does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Acos should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acos may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Acos should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acos may be needed. Please consult your doctor.