Acefil BD 150mg/5mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Naatson Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Diethylcarbamazine (150mg) + Cetirizine (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	532

FAQ

What if you forget to take Acefil BD Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg, 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.

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg Tablet Reviews

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat filariasis. It fights against the worms to relieve the discomfort caused due to the infestation.

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken 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 treatment must be completed even if you feel better.

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their 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.

How Acefil BD 150mg/5mg Tablet Works

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg is a combination of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine and Cetirizine which treat filariasis. Diethylcarbamazine works by decreasing the muscular activity and causing paralysis of these worms while Cetirizine decreases the raised eosinophil count (white blood cells) and controls allergic symptoms like cough and breathlessness.

How to Use Acefil BD 150mg/5mg 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. Acefil BD 150mg/5mg is to be taken with food.

Uses of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg Tablet

Filariasis

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Acefil BD 150mg/5mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Acefil BD 150mg/5mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Quick Tips

Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Acefil BD 150mg/5mg.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Acefil BD 150mg/5mg.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Acefil BD 150mg/5mg should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Acefil BD 150mg/5mg should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.