Achromycin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Achromycin Benefits & Uses

Achromycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Brucellosis
Chlamydia
Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Bronchitis
H. Pylori
Psittacosis
Epididymitis
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Shigellosis

Achromycin 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 12.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Above 8 years old can take

Achromycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Achromycin safe for pregnant women?

Achromycin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Achromycin safe during breastfeeding?

Achromycin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Achromycin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Liver?

Achromycin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Heart?

Achromycin is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Achromycin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Acitretin

Azelaic Acid

Guaifenesin

Moderate

Folic Acid

Calcium

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Achromycin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Achromycin

Is this Achromycin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Achromycin is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Achromycin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Achromycin only as per medical advice.

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

Achromycin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Achromycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Achromycin

Taking Achromycin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Achromycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Achromycin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Achromycin

Question about 5 years ago

Can Achromycin treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Achromycin can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. It is generally found to be very effective against bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae which cause this infection. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Achromycin treat pneumonia?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Achromycin can be prescribed for pneumonia. The most common cause of pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria and Achromycin is often prescribed for it. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Achromycin cause diarrhea?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Achromycin may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive diarrhea after taking this drug then please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Achromycin treat a urinary tract infection?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Achromycin can be used to treat urinary tract infection. It is effective against the bacteria which causes urinary tract infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for urinary tract infection.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Achromycin work?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Achromycin contains tetracycline which works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. In this way, Achromycin kills bacteria and treats the infection.