Actimycin 500 Injection

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Actimycin 500 Injection

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Actimycin 500 Injection Information

Actimycin 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Actimycin 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Actimycin 500 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Actimycin 500 Injection include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. While these are the most often observed Actimycin 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Actimycin 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Actimycin 500 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Actimycin 500 Injection related warnings talks about Actimycin 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Actimycin 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Actimycin 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Actimycin 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Actimycin 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Actimycin 500 Injection 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Special Instructions: 250 mg/day oral after meal for next 5 days
Geriatric
  • Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Special Instructions: 250 mg/day oral after meal for next 5 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Actimycin 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actimycin 500 Injection is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Actimycin 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Actimycin 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Actimycin in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Actimycin 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Actimycin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Actimycin 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Actimycin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Actimycin 500 Injection 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 Injection on the Heart?


    Actimycin has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Actimycin 500 Injection Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Actimycin 500 Injection

  • Is this Actimycin 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


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

    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 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Actimycin 500 Injection 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 Injection for mental disorders.

    No

Actimycin 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Actimycin 500 Injection


    You can take Actimycin 500 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Actimycin 500 Injection


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Actimycin 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Actimycin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Actimycin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Actimycin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Actimycin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Actimycin

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Actimycin is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can you drink alcohol while taking Actimycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No harmful interactions are found between Actimycin and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking alcohol with Actimycin.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Actimycin treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Yes, Actimycin can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a doctor. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.



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