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Actimycin 500 Tablet Information

Actimycin 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Actimycin 500 Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Actimycin 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Actimycin 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Actimycin 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Actimycin 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Actimycin 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Actimycin 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Actimycin 500 Tablet related warnings section.

The section on Actimycin 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Actimycin 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Actimycin 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Actimycin Benefits & Uses
Actimycin Dosage & How to Take
Actimycin Side Effects
Actimycin Related Warnings
Actimycin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Actimycin
Actimycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Actimycin 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Actimycin 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Actimycin 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Actimycin 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Actimycin 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Actimycin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Actimycin 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Actimycin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Actimycin 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Actimycin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Actimycin 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Actimycin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Actimycin 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Actimycin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Actimycin 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actimycin 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Actimycin 500 Tablet

Is this Actimycin 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Actimycin 500 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Actimycin 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Actimycin 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Actimycin 500 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Actimycin 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actimycin 500 Tablet

You can take Actimycin 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Actimycin 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Actimycin 500 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Actimycin 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is Actimycin used for cough?

No, Actimycin is not used for treating cough generally. However, if the doctor is convinced that the cough is due to a bacterial infection, he may prescribe {Medicine] to you.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Actimycin good for cold?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Actimycin is not good for a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, whereas Actimycin is effective for treating bacterial infections only.

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Actimycin treat?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Actimycin is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infection, sexually transmitted disease (STD), pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infection, Lyme disease, Mycobacterium Avium Bacteria Infection, whooping cough, sinuses, skin, throat, and infections of the lungs. It will not work for viral infection and other pathogenic infections such as cold, flu.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Actimycin for treating an abscess?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Actimycin is not given for the abscess. It is not recommended for skin and soft tissue infection. Generally, a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate is given twice daily. However. it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for an abscess.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Actimycin treat pneumonia?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Actimycin can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Actimycin is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.