Description
A-3 Kit is a combination medicine used in the syndromic treatment 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 A-3 Kit 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 taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you are on any medicines. Let your doctor also know if you have any known allergic history to any of the components of this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Introduction
In 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. A-3 Kit is a combination medicine that helps in effectively managing these symptoms by killing the organisms responsible for causing an infection of the vagina. Besides using A-3 Kit, always maintain good personal hygiene to avoid any vaginal infection. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Benefits
A-3 Kit is a combination of three medicines: Fluconazole, Azithromycin and Secnidazole. Fluconazole is an antifungal which works by preventing the formation of the fungal protective covering which is essential for the survival of the fungi in the human body. Azithromycin is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Secnidazole is also an antibiotic which kills the infection-causing bacteria and other microorganisms, by damaging their DNA.
How 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. A-3 Kit is to be taken with food.
Safety Advice
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Consuming alcohol while taking A-3 Kit may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction). - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of A-3 Kit during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of A-3 Kit during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether A-3 Kit alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of A-3 Kit in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of A-3 Kit in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.