Alight Information
Alight is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops, Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. The alternative uses of Alight have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Alight depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Alight have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Alight go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Alight's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Alight has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alight related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alight are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Alight may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alight, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Alight Benefits & Uses
Alight is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Alight Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Alight Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alight is used -
Moderate
- Erythema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Vaginal Irritation
- Vaginal inflammation
- Headache
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Infection
- पेट की गैस
- पेट दर्द
- Vertigo
- Fatigue
Alight Related Warnings
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Is the use of Alight safe for pregnant women?
Alight can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Alight safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Alight. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Alight on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Alight on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Alight on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Alight on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Alight on the Heart?
You can take Alight without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Alight with Other Drugs
Alight should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Alight Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alight unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Liver Disease
- Asthma
- Sexually transmitted diseases
Frequently asked Questions about Alight
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Is this Alight habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Alight.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alight since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Alight is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alight cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Alight Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Alight
You can take Alight with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Alight
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alight and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Alight
Question almost 6 years ago
How to take Alight?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Oral Alight can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Alight should be applied as a thin layer once daily on the affected area or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with colitis and improper kidney or liver function.
Question about 5 years ago
Can Alight treat bacterial vaginosis (BV)?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yes, Alight can treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is an infection caused by the overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Alight contains clindamycin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills the bacteria that are causing the infection.
Question about 5 years ago
Can Alight treat strep?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Alight can treat strep. It is used in the treatment of strep throat (pharyngitis) caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Since it is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take this drug by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Alight cause abdominal pain?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, in a few cases oral Alight may cause abdominal pain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Alight contain penicillin?
Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician
No, Alight does not contains penicillin. It contains clindamycin which is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug known as lincosamide and it has a broad spectrum activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria that are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
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