ESCRIPTION

Akuzid 1000 Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Akuzid 1000 Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The most common side effects of this medicine include rash and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

INTRODUCTION

In Bacterial infections Akuzid 1000 Injection is an antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

USE OF

Bacterial infections

BENEFITS

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW TO USE

Akuzid 1000 Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : SAFE – Consuming alcohol with Akuzid 1000 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. – Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Akuzid 1000 Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Akuzid 1000 Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Akuzid 1000 Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. – Driving : UNSAFE – Akuzid 1000 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. – Kidney : CAUTION – Akuzid 1000 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Akuzid 1000 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CAUTION – Akuzid 1000 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Akuzid 1000 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Akuzid 1000 Injection, consult your doctor.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Allergic reaction | Injection site reaction | Diarrhea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

SAFE

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CAUTION

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

VIEWS 

BOUGHT 

FAQ

Q. What organisms does Akuzid 1000 Injection cover?::: Akuzid 1000 Injection is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).| Q. How is Akuzid 1000 Injection administered?::: Akuzid 1000 Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctorÕs instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Akuzid 1000 Injection.| Q. Can the use of Akuzid 1000 Injection cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Akuzid 1000 Injection can cause diarrhea. Akuzid 1000 Injection is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.| Q. How long does Akuzid 1000 Injection take to work?::: Usually, Akuzid 1000 Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.| Q. What if I do not get better after using Akuzid 1000 Injection?::: Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.| Q. Is Akuzid 1000 Injection effective?::: Akuzid 1000 Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Akuzid 1000 Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

DISCLAIMER

The Contents of this website & medicine description are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a disease or medical condition. Please consult a physician or doctor for the treatment and/or management of any disease or medicalconditioin without delay.