Activa 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic used for common bacterial infections of ear, nose, throat, and lungs in adults and children. It is also used for some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective in killing many gram-positive bacteria, some gram-negative bacteria, and other bacteria. Activa 100mg Tablet is taken orally, preferably either one hour before or 2 hours after food. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than advised. The dose and length of treatment may differ for various infections. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared but skipping doses or stopping it early may increase the risk of further infection that is more difficult to treat. The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, pain in the abdomen, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to this medicine. This medicine can potentially cause serious heart rhythm abnormalities, especially in patients who already have heart problems. Hence, inform your doctor about any such history before taking this medicine. Also, inform your doctor about any other medicines that you might be taking currently for other health problems.

Uses of Activa Tablet

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Activa Tablet

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 Activa

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How to use Activa 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. Activa 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Activa Tablet works

Activa 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Activa 100mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Activa 100mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Activa 100mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
There may be a possibility of diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

No Driving interaction

Kidney

CAUTION

Activa 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Activa 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Activa 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Activa 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Activa Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Activa 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Activa 100mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Activa 100mg Tablet.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Activa 100mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azithromycin

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Patient concerns

Sometime pain in joints especially while after driving my Honda activa , also during claiming staircase

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Apply Dynapar QPS spray and take Tab Zerodol-SP twice daily and Tab Flotrip-forte thrice daily and Cap Nurokind-LC twice daily for 5 days

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

FAQs

Q. Is Activa 100mg Tablet safe?

Activa 100mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Activa 100mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Activa 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as macrolides. It can be used to treat bacterial sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, pneumonia and many other if caused by micro-organisms sensitive to Activa 100mg Tablet. It should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Can the use of Activa 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Activa 100mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. How long does Activa 100mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Activa 100mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Activa 100mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Activa 100mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Activa 100mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Can the use of Activa 100mg Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Activa 100mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

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