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Accuzon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Accuzon has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Accuzon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Accuzon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Accuzon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Accuzon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Accuzon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Accuzon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Accuzon in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Accuzon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Accuzon with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Accuzon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Accuzon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Accuzon safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Accuzon in pregnant women.
Is the use of Accuzon safe during breastfeeding?
Accuzon has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Accuzon on the Kidneys?
Accuzon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Accuzon on the Liver?
Side effects of Accuzon rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Accuzon on the Heart?
Using Accuzon does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Accuzon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Accuzon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Accuzon habit forming or addictive?
Accuzon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Accuzon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Accuzon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Accuzon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Accuzon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Accuzon
Taking Accuzon with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Accuzon
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Accuzon with alcohol will be.
Accuzon does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
No, you can not buy Accuzon over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Accuzon works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Accuzon can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Discontinuing Accuzon in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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