USES OF AKURIT 4 TABLET
Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)
BENEFITS OF AKURIT 4 TABLET
In Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)
Akurit 4 Tablet is a combination of medicines that is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It kills as well as stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
SIDE EFFECTS OF AKURIT 4 TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
FAQs
Q. How to take Akurit 4 Tablet?
Take Akurit 4 Tablet on an empty stomach which means at least one hour before and two hours after a meal and with full glass of water.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hepatitis caused by Akurit 4 Tablet because of isoniazid.
Q. Can the use of Akurit 4 Tablet cause discoloration of the urine?
Yes, Akurit 4 Tablet contains Rifampicin. It can cause temporary discoloration of your teeth, sweat, urine, saliva and tears (red, orange or brown color). This side effect is usually not harmful. However, discoloration of urine can be a sign of liver damage. Contact your doctor if you notice discoloration of urine accompanied with stomach pain, loss of appetite and jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).
Q. Can Akurit 4 Tablet cause visual impairment?
Akurit 4 Tablet contains Ethambutol which may cause visual impairment. Inform the doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your eyesight.
Q. Can I discontinue Akurit 4 Tablet if I feel well?
No, do not discontinue Akurit 4 Tablet. Take the proper course of a drug that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking Akurit 4 Tablet then your infection may become worse, difficult to treat and it may result in drug-resistant TB (drugs you are taking may no longer work).
Q. Can I take oral contraceptive pills while taking Akurit 4 Tablet?
No, Akurit 4 Tablet can make birth control pills less effective. So, ask your doctor about using a birth control method which does not affect your hormone levels (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide).
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Akurit 4 Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.