Actaz Information

Actaz is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Actaz have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Actaz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Actaz as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Actaz 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Actaz is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Actaz related warnings talks about Actaz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Actaz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Actaz contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Actaz have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Actaz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Actaz Benefits & Uses
Actaz Dosage & How to Take
Actaz Side Effects
Actaz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Actaz with Other Drugs
Actaz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Actaz
Actaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Actaz Benefits & Uses

Actaz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Actaz 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Actaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Actaz safe for pregnant women?

Actaz is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Actaz safe during breastfeeding?

Actaz is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Actaz on the Kidneys?

Actaz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Actaz on the Liver?

Actaz is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Actaz on the Heart?

Actaz is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Actaz with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Actaz Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Actaz

Is this Actaz habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Actaz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Actaz is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Actaz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Actaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actaz

Taking Actaz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Actaz

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Actaz.

Unknown