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Metoxim, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Metoxim have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Metoxim depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metoxim can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metoxim are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metoxim is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Metoxim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Metoxim have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Metoxim may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metoxim is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Metoxim is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metoxim is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Metoxim safe for pregnant women?
Metoxim rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Metoxim safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Metoxim. If you see any side effects, stop taking Metoxim immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Metoxim again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metoxim on the Kidneys?
Metoxim may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Metoxim on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Metoxim. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Metoxim on the Heart?
Side effects of Metoxim rarely affect the heart.
Metoxim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metoxim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metoxim habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metoxim is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metoxim since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Metoxim, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metoxim in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metoxim
Taking Metoxim with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metoxim
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metoxim.
Metoxim and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Metoxim can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, you can not buy Metoxim over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Occasionally, Metoxim can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Avoid taking Metoxim with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience