Introduction

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Uses of Akicin 500

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Akicin 500

Increased blood urea

How to use Akicin 500

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Akicin 500 works

Akicin 500 is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

What if you forget to take Akicin 500?

If you miss a dose of Akicin 500, please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Akicin 500 does not cause any harmful side effects.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Akicin 500 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Akicin 500 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.
UNSAFE – Driving: Akicin 500 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Akicin 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Akicin 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Akicin 500 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Akicin 500 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.