Akurit-3 Tablet
Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s belongs to the group antibiotics called ‘antituberculosis agents‘ used to treat tuberculosis (TB) caused by a bacteria mycobacterium tuberculin. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce toxins which can damage tissue and make you sick. Tuberculosis (TB) usually attacks your lungs and can spread to the brain and spine also. Common signs and symptoms of TB include fever, cough (sometimes blood-tinged), weight loss, and night sweats.
Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s is made up of the three medicines Rifampicin, Ethambutol, Isoniazid. Rifampicin acts by inhibiting DNA synthesis (a process required for bacterial growth and division). On the other hand, Ethambutol and Isoniazid act by preventing bacterial cell wall (outer covering) synthesis required for its growth. This ultimately prevents or kills the bacteria and prevents its spread.
Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s should be taken as directed by the doctor. You may experience some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, fever, dark coloured urine, sweating, and increased saliva. Everyone need not experience the above symptoms if any discomfort occurs by this medicine consult your doctor.
People with liver and kidney diseases should take Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s only after consulting with a doctor. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mother should take Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s as instructed by the doctor. Do not take this medicine with alcohol which causes drowsiness. While on the medication, your doctor advises some diagnostic and laboratory tests to know the effects of medicines on the body. Use of Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s may also affect oral contraceptive pills, so if you are using any, please consult a doctor and ask for some other birth control methods. You may experience dark coloured urine and yellowing of teeth after using Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s. However, these are harmless symptoms and may go after stopping Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s.
Uses of Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s
Tuberculosis (TB)
Medicinal Benefits
Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s is an antibiotic, active against the mycobacterium strain of bacteria which causes TB infection. Rifampicin, Ethambutol, and Isoniazid prevent the bacteria’s growth by interfering with the cell wall and DNA (the genetic material of bacteria) required to survive the bacteria. Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s is active against Mycobacterium bacteria which causes TB and leprosy.
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Side Effects of Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Rash Dark-coloured urine
- Increased salivation (drooling)
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
People with liver and kidney diseases should take Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s only after consulting with a doctor. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mother should take Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s as instructed by the doctor. Do not take this medicine with alcohol which causes drowsiness. While on the medication, your doctor advises some diagnostic and laboratory tests to know the effects of medicines on the body. Use of Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s may also affect oral contraceptive pills, so please consult a doctor and ask for some other birth control methods if you are using any. You may experience dark coloured urine and yellowing of teeth after using Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s. However, these are harmless symptoms and may go after stopping Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s should not be taken with analgesic/antipyretic (acetaminophen), gout medicines (allopurinol, probenecid), cough syrups or bronchodilators (aminophylline, theophylline), blood pressure-lowering pills (propranolol, atenolol) and antacids (aluminium hydroxide).
Drug-Food Interaction: Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s should not be given with tyramine rich content food like smoked fish, meat, beer and cheese.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Patient with liver and kidney disease should avoid using Akurit-3 Tablet 10’s.
