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Abactum is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Abactum has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Abactum depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Abactum as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Abactum go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Abactum's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Abactum related warnings talks about Abactum's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Abactum contraindications section.
Besides this, Abactum may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Abactum is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Abactum is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Abactum safe for pregnant women?
Abactum is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Abactum safe during breastfeeding?
Abactum is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Abactum on the Kidneys?
Abactum rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Abactum on the Liver?
Abactum does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Abactum on the Heart?
Abactum is not harmful for the heart.
Abactum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abactum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Abactum habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Abactum is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Abactum can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Abactum is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Abactum in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Abactum
You can take Abactum with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abactum
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Abactum and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Abactum does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Abactum.
Discontinuing Abactum on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Abactum can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Yes, Abactum can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
The dosage of Abactum may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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