Akt-2 Tablet 10's

Akt-2 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs primarily used to treat and prevent tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow.

Akt-2 Tablet 10's is a combination of two anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, and Isoniazid. Rifampicin inhibits DNA-dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Together, Akt-2 Tablet 10's kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, weakness, muscle pain, heartburn, diarrhoea, gas, and numbness or tingling sensation. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Consult your doctor before taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as it passes into breast milk. Akt-2 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness, dizziness and liver damage.

Akt-2 Tablet 10's is a combination of two anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, and Isoniazid. Rifampicin inhibits DNA-dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Together, Akt-2 Tablet 10's kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Weakness
• Muscle pain 
• Heartburn 
• Diarrhoea
• Gas
• Numbness 

Do not take Akt-2 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have jaundice, or if you are taking HIV medicines (saquinavir or ritonavir). Before starting Akt-2 Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as it passes into breast milk. Akt-2 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness, dizziness and liver damage.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Akt-2 Tablet 10's may interact with anti-HIV (saquinavir, ritonavir), pain killer (acetaminophen, hydrocodone), anti-depressant (duloxetine, bupropion), calcium channel blocker (diltiazem), anti-TB (ethambutol, pyrazinamide), and vitamins (ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol).

Drug-Food Interactions: Do not consume alcohol while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and liver damage. Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's as they might cause interaction.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), peripheral neuropathy (numbness and pain in hands and feet), porphyria, haemodialysis, liver toxicity, kidney and liver dysfunction.

• SAQUINAVIR
• RITONAVIR
• ACETAMINOPHEN
• HYDROCODONE
• DULOXETINE
• BUPROPION
• DILTIAZEM
• ETHAMBUTOL
• PYRAZINAMIDE
• CHOLECALCIFEROL
• ERGOCALCIFEROL

• Pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of cough and cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.
• Foods rich in vitamin C such as kiwi, broccoli, and bell pepper helps in improving the immune system. 
• Avoid processed and fried foods.
• Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help in providing relief from cough.
• Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer.
• Quit smoking and avoid alcohol consumption.

• Akt-2 Tablet 10's may affect test results of some blood tests such as tests for folate, vitamin B12, and liver function. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's.
• Your doctor may advise you to get regular liver tests while taking Akt-2 Tablet 10's to check how your liver is functioning.

Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that affects the lungs, but it could also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a contagious disease which can spread to others through small droplets released into the air by a person suffering from tuberculosis. Symptoms include a cough that lasts for a few weeks, pain while coughing or with normal breathing, unexplained fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite and weight. People who smoke or consume alcohol, people diagnosed with HIV, and immune system problems are more likely at risk of developing active TB.