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Actapod is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Actapod have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Actapod depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Actapod 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actapod is used -
Is the use of Actapod safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Actapod without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Actapod safe during breastfeeding?
Actapod is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Actapod on the Kidneys?
Actapod may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Actapod on the Liver?
Actapod is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Actapod on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Actapod for the heart.
Actapod 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 Actapod unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Actapod habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Actapod has not been reported.
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 Actapod can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Actapod only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Actapod in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Actapod
It is safe to take Actapod with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actapod
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Actapod.
Actapod contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Actapod is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
No, Actapod does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Actapod. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Discontinuing Actapod 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, Actapod 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 Actapod 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.
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