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Alcip Benefits & Uses

Alcip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Alcip 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alcip Related Warnings

Is the use of Alcip safe for pregnant women?

Alcip can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Alcip, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Alcip safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Alcip. If you see any side effects, stop taking Alcip immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Alcip again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alcip on the Kidneys?

Alcip rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcip on the Liver?

Alcip is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcip on the Heart?

Alcip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alcip with Other Drugs

Alcip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Alcip Contraindications

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

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alcip

Is this Alcip habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Alcip can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Alcip, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Alcip can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Alcip only as per medical advice.

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

Alcip is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Alcip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alcip

Taking Alcip with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcip

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Alcip as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Alcip

Question over 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Alcip?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Alcip along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Alcip with calcium-rich foods.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alcip with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alcip can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Alcip safe?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alcip is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Alcip?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Alcip should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alcip for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Alcip for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.