AC 4 Kit
Prescription Required
Introduction of AC 4 Kit
AC 4 Kit is a combination medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection.
AC 4 Kit is a combination of isoniazid, rifampicin, ethambutol, and pyrazinamide.
AC 4 Kit is a combination of isoniazid, rifampicin, ethambutol, and pyrazinamide.
Uses of AC 4 Kit
Benefits of AC 4 Kit
In Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)
AC 4 Kit is a combination of medicines that is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It kills as well as stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of AC 4 Kit
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 them
Common side effects of AC 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
How to use AC 4 Kit
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. AC 4 Kit is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid AC 4 Kit with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid AC 4 Kit with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking AC 4 Kit may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
AC 4 Kit 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
AC 4 Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
AC 4 Kit may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
AC 4 Kit 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.
AC 4 Kit 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.
Kidney
CAUTION
AC 4 Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AC 4 Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.
Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
AC 4 Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of AC 4 Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
AC 4 Kit
- You have been prescribed AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit.
- 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
FAQs
AC 4 Kit
How to take AC 4 Kit?
Take AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking AC 4 Kit. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hepatitis caused by AC 4 Kit because of isoniazid.
Can the use of AC 4 Kit cause discoloration of the urine?
Yes, AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit cause visual impairment?
AC 4 Kit contains Ethambutol which may cause visual impairment. Inform the doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your eyesight.
Can I discontinue AC 4 Kit if I feel well?
No, do not discontinue AC 4 Kit. Take the proper course of a drug that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit?
No, AC 4 Kit 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 AC 4 Kit?
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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Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
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