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Acticin Benefits & Uses

Acticin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Other Benefits

Acticin 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: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 650 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acticin Related Warnings

Is the use of Acticin safe for pregnant women?

Acticin is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Acticin safe during breastfeeding?

Acticin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Acticin on the Kidneys?

Acticin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Acticin on the Liver?

Acticin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acticin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Acticin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Acticin with Other Drugs

Acticin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Acticin Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Acticin

Is this Acticin habit forming or addictive?

Acticin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Acticin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Acticin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Acticin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Acticin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acticin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Acticin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Acticin

Consuming Acticin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Acticin

Question over 4 years ago

What are the interactions between Acticin and codeine?

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 have been reported between Acticin and codeine. Do not take it until and unless prescribed. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant medicinal side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, and tremors after taking Acticin. Inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

What is the treatment for Acticin poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Acticin is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Acticin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Acticin poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Acticin in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Acticin in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Acticin. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Acticin with aspirin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Acticin with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.