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Alcylin Benefits & Uses

Alcylin 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
H. Pylori
Psittacosis
Epididymitis
Tonsillitis
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Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Shigellosis

Alcylin 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: 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: Bacterial Infections 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: Bacterial Infections 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: Bacterial Infections 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

Alcylin Related Warnings

Is the use of Alcylin safe for pregnant women?

Alcylin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Alcylin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Alcylin. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alcylin on the Kidneys?

Alcylin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcylin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Alcylin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcylin on the Heart?

Using Alcylin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alcylin with Other Drugs

Alcylin 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

Alcylin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Alcylin

Is this Alcylin habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Alcylin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alcylin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alcylin

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcylin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alcylin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alcylin

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Alcylin safe?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Alcylin is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as black or hairy tongue, skin rash, nausea, and vomiting. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Alcylin cause high blood pressure?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Alcylin causes high blood pressure (hypertension) in some cases. However, if you are already suffering from hypertension then inform your doctor so that he/she can take precautionary measures in advance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alcylin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Alcylin is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Alcylin with metronidazole?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alcylin can be taken with metronidazole. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported between them. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and metronidazole also available in the market which is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Alcylin treat gonorrhea and chlamydia?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Alcylin can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. It is generally found to be very effective against bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae which cause this infection. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.