Akpod 200 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Akpod Benefits & Uses

Akpod is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Akpod 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Akpod Related Warnings

Is the use of Akpod safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Akpod has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Akpod safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Akpod. If you see any side effects, stop taking Akpod immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Akpod again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Akpod on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Akpod. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Akpod on the Liver?

Akpod may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Akpod on the Heart?

Akpod is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Akpod with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Akpod Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Akpod

Is this Akpod habit forming or addictive?

Akpod is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Akpod since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Akpod is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Akpod in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Akpod Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Akpod

You can take Akpod with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Akpod

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Akpod with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Akpod

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Akpod?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Akpod should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Akpod work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Akpod works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Akpod cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Akpod can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Akpod with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Akpod and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.