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Acrocef LB Tablet DT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Acrocef LB Tablet DT. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Acrocef LB Tablet DT are Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acrocef LB Tablet DT as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acrocef LB Tablet DT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Acrocef LB Tablet DT has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Acrocef LB Tablet DT related warnings talks about Acrocef LB Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Acrocef LB Tablet DT are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Acrocef LB Tablet DT may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Acrocef LB Tablet DT is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Acrocef LB Tablet DT is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Acrocef LB Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Acrocef LB will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Acrocef LB Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Acrocef LB for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Acrocef LB Tablet DT on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Acrocef LB on kidneys.
What is the effect of Acrocef LB Tablet DT on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Acrocef LB on the liver, information on safety of Acrocef LB for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Acrocef LB Tablet DT on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Acrocef LB on the heart, information on safety of Acrocef LB for the heart is unavailable.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acrocef LB Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acrocef LB Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
Acrocef LB Tablet DT does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Acrocef LB Tablet DT as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Acrocef LB Tablet DT should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acrocef LB Tablet DT is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acrocef LB Tablet DT
Taking Acrocef LB Tablet DT with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acrocef LB Tablet DT
Information about the interaction of Acrocef LB Tablet DT and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Acrocef LB can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Avoid taking Acrocef LB with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Acrocef LB is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Yes, Acrocef LB can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Occasionally, Acrocef LB can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
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