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

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection 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. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

If you miss a dose of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

What is Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection?::: Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two medicines. It is used to treat bacterial infections like tonsillitis, sinusitis, otitis media, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, boils, abscesses, cellulitis, wound infection, bone infection and oral cavity infections.| Is it safe to use Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection?::: Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection is safe to use when taken as advised by the doctor. However, in some patients, it may cause common side effects like diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash, allergic reaction, etc. If you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine, inform your doctor as soon as possible.| How is Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection administered?::: Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection.| Are there any specific cautions associated with the use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection?::: The use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins or any other ingredient of the medicine. It should not be used in patients with a history of liver disease. Therefore, consult your doctor before using Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection.| Can the use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection cause contraceptive failure?::: Yes, the use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Consult your doctor and seek advice regarding the use of other methods of contraception (e.g., condom, diaphragm, spermicide) while you are taking Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection.| Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection?::: No, Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection should be used in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection can increase the risks of side effects. Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection may take some time to show its full effect and treat your infection, be patient. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.| Can Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection cause an allergic reaction?::: Yes, Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection can cause an allergic reaction. It is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of allergic reaction like hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat.| Can the use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. In addition to that, it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less frequency of urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.

Akpen T 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Piperacillin and Tazobactum. Piperacillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Piperacillin against bacteria.

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