Acrogyl Information
Acrogyl is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Acrogyl has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Acrogyl depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Acrogyl include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acrogyl as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acrogyl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Acrogyl's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Acrogyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Acrogyl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acrogyl have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Acrogyl have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Acrogyl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Acrogyl Benefits & Uses
Acrogyl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Brain Infection
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Reproductive System Infection
- Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
- Rosacea
- Endocarditis
- White Discharge (Read More - Leucorrhoea home remedies)
- Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)
- Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Acrogyl 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
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Acrogyl Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acrogyl is used -
Severe
- Skin redness
- Skin Burning
Moderate
- Erythema
- Contact Dermatitis
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
- Dry Mouth
- Metallic taste in mouth
- पेट दर्द
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
Acrogyl Related Warnings
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Is the use of Acrogyl safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Acrogyl in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Acrogyl safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Acrogyl. Immediately discontinue Acrogyl if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Acrogyl on the Kidneys?
Acrogyl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Acrogyl on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Acrogyl on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Acrogyl on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Acrogyl on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Acrogyl with Other Drugs
Acrogyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Acrogyl Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acrogyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Frequently asked Questions about Acrogyl
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Is this Acrogyl habit forming or addictive?
Acrogyl does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acrogyl you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Acrogyl is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acrogyl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Acrogyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Acrogyl
You can take Acrogyl with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Acrogyl
Taking Acrogyl with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Acrogyl
Question over 7 years ago
What is Acrogyl?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
Acrogyl is a brand name of metronidazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called nitroimidazoles. It has anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal property. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, suspensions, and creams. It is used to treat amoebic and protozoal infections.
Question over 7 years ago
How does Acrogyl work?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
Acrogyl acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.
Question about 7 years ago
How long can I safely take Acrogyl?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
Take Acrogyl as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Question over 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Acrogyl on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
Discontinuation of Acrogyl on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Question about 7 years ago
Can I take Acrogyl without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Acrogyl is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
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