Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet
It is advisable to take Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of the medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in syndromic management of vaginal discharge. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.
It is advisable to take Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of the medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like nausea, headache, vomiting, taste change, dizziness, indigestion, loss of appetite, and stomach pain. It may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.
Before you use this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you are taking any other medicines. Let your doctor also know if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients of this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should ask the advice of their doctor before using this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment of Syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge
04How To Use
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. Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics (Azithromycin and Ornidazole) and an antifungal (Fluconazole). Azithromycin stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Ornidazole kills other microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Fluconazole works by stopping the growth of fungi in the body. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg 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.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is completely normal if it is not accompanied by other symptoms such as foul smell, change in color, a sudden increase in the quantity, itching, irritation or burning sensation. These symptoms can be embarrassing as well as bothersome. Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet helps in effectively managing these symptoms by killing the organisms responsible for causing an infection of the vagina. Besides, always maintain good personal hygiene to avoid any vaginal infection. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
08Side Effects
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
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Nausea
Stomach pain
Dizziness
Headache
Vomiting
Taste change
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:UNSAFE
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Liver:CAUTION
Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Afo Kit 1000 mg/750 mg/150 mg Tablet.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if diarrhea bothers you.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
References
Sources and references
Kore S, Pandole A, Kulkarni S, et al. Syndromic management of vaginal discharge: Our experience. Bombay Hospital Journal. 2014. view
Jogi SR. Vaginal discharge: Evaluation of syndromic management in Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur, C.G. International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology . 2015;4. view
