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Akurit 4 Tablet

Isoniazid (75mg)+ Rifampicin (150mg)+ Ethambutol (275mg)+ Pyrazinamide (400mg)

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Product Code: 147003
Availability: Not for Sale
Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Constituents

Isoniazid (75mg)+ Rifampicin (150mg)+ Ethambutol (275mg)+ Pyrazinamide (400mg)

Usage of Akurit 4 Tablet

  • Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)

Description of Akurit 4 Tablet

Akurit 4 Tablet is a prescription medicine and it is to be taken it as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken in an empty stomach and take it at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine. The medicine may take some to show its effects on the symptoms. However, it is advised to consult the doctor if you feel an aggravation of the condition or if your condition does not improve.Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, fever, dark-colored urine, sweating, increased saliva, etc. To cope up with the side effects, you should drink plenty of water. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. Generally, serious side effects are rare. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Patients with liver and kidney ailments must take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest and eat a healthy diet for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Akurit 4

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Skin rash
  • Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
  • Lethargy
  • Low blood platelets
  • Joint pain
  • Thrombocytopenic purpura
  • Cutaneous reactions
  • Retrobulbar optic neuritis

Unit

10 tablets

Manufacturer

Lupin Ltd

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How to use Akurit 4 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Akurit 4 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Akurit 4 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

How Medicine Works

Akurit 4 Tablet is a combination of four medicines:.

Related Warnings

Consuming alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Akurit 4 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Akurit 4 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Akurit 4 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Akurit 4 Tablet occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you.

Akurit 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Akurit 4 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.

Akurit 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Akurit 4 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.

Expert Advice

  • You have been prescribed Akurit 4 Tablet for the treatment of tuberculosis.
  • Take it on an empty stomach and preferably at the same time everyday.
  • Try not to forget a dose, as this increases the risk of the bacteria becoming resistant to the medicine, and also increases the risk of getting side effects.
  • It may discolour your urine, sweat, saliva and tears a reddish/orange colour. This is normal and not harmful.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet as this may increase the risk of side effects on the liver.
  • It may cause vitamin B6 deficiency. Your doctor may prescribe vitamin B6 supplements to help avoid potential problems associated with its deficiency, such as inflammation of the nerves (neuritis). 
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Akurit 4 Tablet as it may make hormonal contraceptives such as the pill less effective.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids)  within at least two hours of taking Akurit 4 Tablet.
  • Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better. Stopping the course early increases the risk of coming back of the infection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How to take Akurit 4 Tablet?

    Take Akurit 4 Tablet on an empty stomach which means at least one hour before and two hours after a meal and with full glass of water.

  • Can I drink alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet?

    No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Akurit 4 Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hepatitis caused by Akurit 4 Tablet because of isoniazid.

  • Can the use of Akurit 4 Tablet cause discoloration of the urine?

    Yes, Akurit 4 Tablet contains Rifampicin. It can cause temporary discoloration of your teeth, sweat, urine, saliva and tears (red, orange or brown color). This side effect is usually not harmful. However, discoloration of urine can be a sign of liver damage. Contact your doctor if you notice discoloration of urine accompanied with stomach pain, loss of appetite and jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).

  • Can Akurit 4 Tablet cause visual impairment?

    Akurit 4 Tablet contains Ethambutol which may cause visual impairment. Inform the doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your eyesight.

  • Can I discontinue Akurit 4 Tablet if I feel well?

    No, do not discontinue Akurit 4 Tablet. Take the proper course of a drug that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking Akurit 4 Tablet then your infection may become worse, difficult to treat and it may result in drug-resistant TB (drugs you are taking may no longer work).

  • Can I take oral contraceptive pills while taking Akurit 4 Tablet?

    No, Akurit 4 Tablet can make birth control pills less effective. So, ask your doctor about using a birth control method which does not affect your hormone levels (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide).

  • What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Akurit 4 Tablet?

    Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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