Akt 2 Tablets
Akt 2 Tablets Description
Akt 2 Tablet contains a combination of two medicines, rifampicin and isoniazid. It is used in the treatment of tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection of the lungs. It is characterised by
chronic cough for more than two weeks, sweating at night, mild fever, and weight loss. The combination of rifampicin and isoniazid helps kill as well as stop the growth of the bacteria. Akt 2 Tablets should be taken for a duration as prescribed by the doctor. Ideally, it should be taken on an empty stomach and at a particular time of the day. The medicine should not be discontinued without consulting the doctor, even if you feel better. Side effects of Akt 2 Tab include nausea, vomiting, jaundice, dark coloured urine, yellowing of the skin, and an increase in liver enzymes. Although most of these side effects are very mild and do not affect day-to-day activities, you must immediately inform your doctor if they become severe. It is advisable to inform your doctor about any pre-existing health conditions that you may have. People with liver disease or kidney disease should be careful while taking this medicine. Kidney function tests and liver function tests should be done to continuously monitor the functions of both organs. Since Akt 2 Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, discontinuation of the medicine can lead to antibiotic resistance. It can re-occurrence of the infection and can also aggravate the infection.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹110.18 |
You Save | ₹15.02 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Rifampicin(450.0 Mg) + Isoniazid(300.0 Mg) |
Uses | Tuberculosis |
Side effects | nausea, discolouration of urine, jaundice, vomiting, peripheral neuropathy |
Therapy | ANTI-TUBERCULAR |
Uses of Akt 2 Tablets
- Akt 2 tab is used in,
- Treatment of tuberculosis
Contraindications of Akt 2 Tablets
- If you have any known allergic reactions to the components of Akt 2 Tab.
- If you have any pre-existing liver conditions.
- If you have kidney disease.
- If you have diabetes.
- If you are a chronic alcoholic.
- If you have pre-existing blood disorders like haemolytic anaemia, agranulocytosis, aplastic anaemia, etc.
Side effects of Akt 2 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Yellowish discolouration of skin or eyes
- Dark coloured urine
Precautions and Warnings of Akt 2 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You notice yellowing of skin or nails.
- You have a sensation of tingling or numbness on your hands or feet.
- You experience any vision problems.
- You experience symptoms of a decrease in blood sugar levels (hypoglycaemia) like sweating, confusion, and palpitations.
- You experience side effects that are persistent or worsen in time.
Mode of Action of Akt 2 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Akt 2 Tablets
- Take Akt 2 Tab as advised by your physician.
- Take Akt 2 Tab on an empty stomach and at a particular time of the day.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
- Do not stop taking Akt 2 Tab without consulting your physician first.
Interactions of Akt 2 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Akt 2 Tab may interact with these medicines.
- Clofazimine
- Dapsone
- Halothane
- Antifungals like ketoconazole
- Anticonvulsants
- Benzodiazepines
- Haloperidol
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
- Antacids
- Corticosteroids
- Most of these medicines interact with Akt 2 and decrease the absorption and efficacy of either. Rifampicin and Isoniazid in the body. In some cases the drug interactions lead to increased problems in the liver(hepato-toxicity)....
Interactions with food items
- Akt 2 Tablets should be taken on an empty stomach. This is because food decreases the absorption of one of the components of the Akt 2 Tablet, rifampicin. You should avoid food items rich in tyramine like cheese, beer, red wine, salmon fish, and meat....
Storage and disposal of Akt 2 Tablets
Dosage of Akt 2 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr Tuhina Mishra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Akt 2 Tablet lead to contraceptive failure?
Q: Does the Akt 2 Tablet cause discolouration of urine and sweat?
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