Akurit 3

Akurit 3 from Lupin is a fixed-dose anti-TB tablet bringing together three first-line medicines — Ethambutol, Isoniazid and Rifampicin — in one strip. It is prescribed during the continuation phase of tuberculosis treatment so patients swallow fewer pills each day.

• Treatment of pulmonary and extra-pulmonary tuberculosis
• Continuation phase of DOTS regimen
• Helps prevent drug resistance with combined therapy

Rifampicin and Isoniazid kill the TB bacteria by stopping their RNA and cell-wall building, while Ethambutol blocks the same bug from forming a protective coat. Together they hit TB from three angles so it cannot easily survive.

Take as prescribed by your doctor, usually on an empty stomach with a glass of water. Do not skip doses — completing the full TB course is essential.

• Nausea, loss of appetite
• Orange-red urine, sweat or tears (harmless, due to Rifampicin)
• Tingling in hands or feet
• Liver enzyme changes
• Mild vision blurring (report immediately)

Tell your doctor about any liver problem, alcohol use, pregnancy or other medicines including birth-control pills (Rifampicin can reduce their effect). Get liver and eye check-ups as advised. Never stop the course mid-way.

Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from sunlight and out of children's reach.