Apdil 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet Information

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Apdil 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Apdil 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Apdil 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Apdil 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Apdil 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Apdil 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Apdil Benefits & Uses
Apdil Dosage & How to Take
Apdil Side Effects
Apdil Related Warnings
Apdil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Apdil
Apdil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet 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

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Apdil is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Apdil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Apdil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Apdil is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Apdil 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Apdil is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apdil 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Apdil 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Apdil 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Apdil 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet 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?

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Apdil 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Apdil 500 Mg Tablet

Taking Apdil 500 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Apdil 500 Mg Tablet

Drinking alcohol while on Apdil 500 Mg Tablet does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Apdil 500 Mg Tablet

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Apdil if I am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Apdil can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Apdil treat UTI?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Apdil can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Apdil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Apdil 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 over 4 years ago

Does Apdil cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Apdil 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.