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Actapod Dry Syrup 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.
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Is the use of Actapod Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Actapod without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Actapod Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Actapod is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Actapod Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
Actapod may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Actapod Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Actapod is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Actapod Dry Syrup on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Actapod for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actapod Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Actapod Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Actapod Dry Syrup 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 Dry Syrup can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Actapod Dry Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Actapod Dry Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Actapod Dry Syrup
It is safe to take Actapod Dry Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actapod Dry Syrup
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Actapod Dry Syrup.
No, Actapod is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
No, Actapod does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Actapod. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Actapod does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Actapod is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Actapod covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Actapod.
Yes, Actapod can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Actapod along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
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