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Akni is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Other than this, Akni has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Akni. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Akni side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Akni are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Akni has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Akni's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Akni related warnings section.
The section on Akni contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Akni have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Akni is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Akni is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Akni safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Akni. If you are pregnant, do not take Akni without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Akni safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Akni. Immediately discontinue Akni if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Akni on the Kidneys?
Akni rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Akni on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Akni on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Akni on the Heart?
Akni is not harmful for the heart.
Akni should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Akni unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Akni habit forming or addictive?
Akni is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Akni does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Akni is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Akni for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Akni
It is safe to take Akni with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Akni
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Akni with alcohol will be.
Yes, Akni can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Akni contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Yes, oral Akni can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Akni along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Akni is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take Akni without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Akni can be used in those patients who are allergic to penicillin. Your doctor may use a patch test to determine whether you are allergic to Akni as well or not.
Yes, Akni can treat UTI (urinary tract infection) but it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; CLeocin HCl® clindamycin hydrochloride
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 756-757
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 328-330
