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 (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
H. Pylori
Psittacosis
Epididymitis

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: 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: 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: 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: 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 Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Achromycin is used -

Severe

Photosensitivity
Headache

Moderate

Blurred vision
Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Diarrhoea

Achromycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Achromycin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Achromycin. If you are pregnant, do not take Achromycin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Achromycin safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Achromycin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Achromycin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Kidneys?

Achromycin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Liver?

Achromycin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Achromycin on the Heart?

You can take Achromycin without any fear of damage to 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?

Forming a habit of Achromycin has not been reported.

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

After taking Achromycin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Achromycin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Achromycin only on doctor's 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

When consumed with certain foods, Achromycin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Achromycin

Information about the interaction of Achromycin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Oracea® (doxycycline)

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