Actidrox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Actidrox Information

Actidrox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Actidrox have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Actidrox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Actidrox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Actidrox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Actidrox has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Actidrox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Actidrox related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Actidrox contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Actidrox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Actidrox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Actidrox Benefits & Uses

Actidrox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Actidrox 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: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Actidrox Related Warnings

Is the use of Actidrox safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Actidrox without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Actidrox safe during breastfeeding?

Actidrox is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Actidrox on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Actidrox on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Actidrox on the Liver?

Actidrox is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Actidrox on the Heart?

You can take Actidrox without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Actidrox with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Actidrox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Actidrox

Is this Actidrox habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Actidrox only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Actidrox is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Actidrox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actidrox

Taking Actidrox with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Actidrox

Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Actidrox does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Actidrox

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Actidrox without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Actidrox is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Actidrox for tooth infection?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Actidrox is not recommended for the treatment of tooth infection. However, it might be used for prevention (prophylaxis) of infection that arises because of dental surgery.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Actidrox cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Actidrox might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Actidrox treat strep throat?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actidrox can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. It can also treat tonsillitis which is inflammation of tonsils caused by the same bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes). Since Actidrox is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take it by yourself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Actidrox with ibuprofen?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actidrox can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Actidrox along with ibuprofen.