In Bacterial infections Acrocef 100mg 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is to be taken on an empty stomach.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
Consumption of alcohol with Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT may cause a disulfiram-like reaction, leading to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, lightheadedness, and severe headache. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.Avoid prolonged use of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. | - Driving : SAFE
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT in patients with liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT, contact your doctor as soon as possible. They will advise you on how to proceed, which may include rescheduling the missed dose.
Is Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT bactericidal or bacteriostatic?::: Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT act?::: Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT take to work?::: Usually, Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT bad for the kidneys?::: No, Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT effective?::: Acrocef 100mg 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 100mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.| What if I forget to take a dose of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT?::: If you forget a dose of Acrocef 100mg 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.
Acrocef 100mg 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.
-Warfarin (Oral Route): Severe
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Warfarin accordingly. Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
| -Acenocoumarol (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Acenocoumarol accordingly. Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.
| -Phenindione (Oral Route): Moderate
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the dose of Phenindione accordingly. Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.