Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT
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Product introduction
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include allergic reaction, diarrhea, abnormal liver function tests, and anemia. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased side effects.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include allergic reaction, diarrhea, abnormal liver function tests, and anemia. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased side effects.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Acrocef Tablet DT
Benefits of Acrocef Tablet DT
In Bacterial infections
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Acrocef Tablet DT
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acrocef
- Allergic reaction
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
How to use Acrocef Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is to be taken empty stomach.
How Acrocef Tablet DT works
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT 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.
Avoid prolonged use of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is recommended.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Acrocef Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT as it may cause increased side effects.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Cephalosporins
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Interaction with drugs
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is primarily bactericidal(one which kills the causative organisms) but it may be bacteriostatic (one which slows down the growth of bacteria) also. Its activity depends on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
How does Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT act?
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms to develop their protective covering known as cell wall. This kills the bacteria.
How long does Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT take to work?
Usually, Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
What if I do not get better after using Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Can the use of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria but can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Is Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT bad for the kidneys?
No, Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is not bad for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Is Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT effective?
Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I forget to take a dose of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT?
If you forget a dose of Acrocef 200mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
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Name: Acron Pharmaceuticals
Address: 38/2, Main Road, G.I.D.C., Naroda, Phase-I, Ahmedabad, Pin-382330, Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
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