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What is Actron and why is it prescribed? Actron is used to relieve minor aches and pains associated with the common cold, headache, toothache, muscle aches, backache, minor arthritis, and menstrual cramps. It is also used to reduce fever. You should have frequent check-ups with your doctor if you take Actron regularly. Ulcers or internal bleeding can occur without warning. How should you take Actron? Follow your doctors directions for taking Actron. Actron should be taken with a full glass of water or other fluid. Do not use them for more than 3 days for fever or 10 days for pain. If you take Actron on a regular schedule, take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once. Store Actron at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Are there any Actron side effects? Actron side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Actron side effects may include abdominal pain, changes in kidney function, constipation, diarrhea, dreams, fluid retention, gas, headache, inability to sleep, indigestion, nausea, and nervousness. Less common or rare Actron side effects may include allergic reaction, amnesia, anemia, asthma, belching, blood in the urine, bloody or black stools, change in taste, chills, confusion, congestive heart failure, coughing up blood, conjunctivitis, depression, difficult or labored breathing, dizziness, dry mouth, eye pain, facial swelling due to fluid retention, general feeling of illness, hair loss, hepatitis, high blood pressure, hives, impaired hearing, impotence, increase in appetite, increased salivation, infection, inflammation of the mouth, irregular or excessive menstrual bleeding, itching, jaundice, kidney failure, liver problems, loosening of fingernails, loss of appetite, migraine, muscle pain, nasal inflammation, nosebleed, pain, peptic or intestinal ulcer, rapid heartbeat, rash, rectal bleeding, red or purple spots on the skin, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to light, skin discoloration, skin eruptions, skin inflammation and flaking, sleepiness, sore throat, stomach inflammation, sweating, swelling of the throat, thirst, throbbing heartbeat, tingling or pins and needles, vertigo, visual disturbances, vomiting, vomiting blood, and weight gain or loss. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Actron? If Actron is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Actron with Aspirin, Blood thinners (such as Coumadin), Diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL), Lithium (Lithonate), Methotrexate, or Probenecid (the gout medication Benemid). Actron can prolong bleeding time. If you are taking blood-thinning medication, use this drug cautiously. Do not combine pain relievers without asking your doctor. If you usually have three or more alcoholic drinks a day, ask your doctor about taking pain relievers. Are there any special warnings about Actron? Remember that stomach ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning. Actron should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease. If you are taking Actron for an extended period of time, your doctor will check your blood for anemia. This drug can increase water retention. Use with caution if you have heart disease or high blood pressure. Check with your doctor before taking Actron if the painful area is red or swollen. Also check with your doctor if, after you have started taking Actron, your symptoms continue or get worse, new symptoms appear, or you have stomach pain. |
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