Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT
Manufacturer
Acron Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Cefoperazone (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
Dosage Form
Tablet DT
Introduction
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. 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.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is primarily bactericidal, meaning it kills the causative organisms. However, its activity may also be bacteriostatic, slowing down the growth of bacteria, depending on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
How does Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT act?
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms from developing their protective cell wall, ultimately killing the bacteria.
How long does Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT take to work?
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT usually starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve symptoms completely.
What if I do not get better after using Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT?
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 worsen while using this medicine.
Can the use of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. This is because the antibiotic kills not only harmful bacteria but also helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine, leading to diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Is Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT bad for the kidneys?
No, Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is not bad for the kidneys when given alone. However, when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, take this medicine only as prescribed by your doctor.
Is Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT effective?
Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT is effective when 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 Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I forget to take a dose of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT?
If you forget a dose of Acrocef 100mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
