Apc Information

Apc is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Apc have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Apc depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Apc can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Apc 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, Apc's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Apc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Apc can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Apc in conditions like Kidney Disease, Dermatitis, Kidney Stone. Other contraindications of Apc have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Apc may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Apc is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Apc Benefits & Uses
Apc Dosage & How to Take
Apc Side Effects
Apc Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Apc with Other Drugs
Apc Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Apc
Apc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Apc Benefits & Uses

Apc is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Apc 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg probenecid
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg probenecid
Adult	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg probenecid
Geriatric	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg probenecid

Apc Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Apc is used -

Severe

Hypersensitivity

Moderate

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastrointestinal discomfort

Mild

Rash
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Itching or burning
Bloody Urine
Weight gain
Weakness
Cough
Headache
Dizziness
Loss of appetite

Apc Related Warnings

Is the use of Apc safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Apc during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Apc safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Apc. If you see any side effects, stop taking Apc immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Apc again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Apc on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Apc can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Apc on the Liver?

Apc may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Apc on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Apc. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Severe Interaction of Apc with Other Drugs

Apc should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Ketorolac

Zidovudine

Aspirin

Moderate

Apc Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apc unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Colic
Mononucleosis
Heart Disease
Dehydration
Peptic Ulcer
Dermatitis
Gastritis
Kidney Stone

Frequently asked Questions about Apc

Is this Apc habit forming or addictive?

Apc does not cause addiction.

Apc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Apc

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Apc, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Apc

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Apc with alcohol will be.