Akurit Z Tablet

Description

About Akurit Z Tablet

Akurit Z Tablet is a combination medication used for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB). It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria responsible for the infection, helping to effectively manage and treat TB.

Salt Composition / Key Ingredients

• Isoniazid (60mg)
• Pyrazinamide (30mg)
• Rifampicin (150mg)

How to Use Akurit Z Tablet

1. Dosage and Administration: Take Akurit Z Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach for optimal absorption. Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew, crush, or break it.
2. Regular Timing: Take the medicine at a fixed time every day to ensure better efficacy.
3. Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.
4. Complete the Course: Complete the entire prescribed course, even if you feel better before finishing the treatment. Stopping the medication prematurely may lead to a recurrence or worsening of the infection.

Restrictions

• Liver and Kidney Issues: Patients with liver or kidney disease should take this medicine with caution and only under proper medical supervision.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before using Akurit Z Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness or liver damage.
• Dietary Restrictions: Avoid tyramine-rich foods (e.g., cheese, smoked fish, meats, and certain types of beer) during treatment.

Side Effects of Akurit Z Tablet

Common side effects of Akurit Z Tablet include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hands)
• Abdominal pain
• Skin rash
• Hepatitis (viral infection of the liver)
• Lethargy (extreme tiredness)
• Low blood platelets
• Thrombocytopenic purpura (a condition causing bruising and bleeding due to low platelets)
• Cutaneous reactions (skin reactions)

Most side effects do not require medical intervention and may resolve as your body adjusts to the medication. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.

Benefits of Akurit Z Tablet

In the Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB):
Akurit Z Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease primarily affecting the lungs but can also spread to other parts of the body. It combines three powerful antibiotics—Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide, and Rifampicin—to:

• Isoniazid prevents the bacteria from forming their protective cell wall.
• Rifampicin inactivates RNA-polymerase, an enzyme needed by the bacteria to make essential proteins and reproduce.
• Pyrazinamide slows the growth of the bacteria.

Together, these medications kill the bacteria and prevent further spread of the infection. It is essential to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to ensure complete eradication of the infection.

How Akurit Z Tablet Works

Akurit Z Tablet is a combination of three antibiotics:

• Isoniazid: Inhibits the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, preventing TB bacteria from surviving and multiplying.
• Rifampicin: Inhibits RNA-polymerase in the TB bacteria, preventing them from producing essential proteins and reproducing.
• Pyrazinamide: Works by slowing down the growth of the bacteria, making them more susceptible to other antibiotics.

Together, these three antibiotics work synergistically to effectively kill the TB bacteria and stop the infection from spreading.

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Lupin Ltd.