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Amoflox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Amoflox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amoflox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amoflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amoflox 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.
In addition, Amoflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Amoflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amoflox related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Amoflox since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amoflox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Amoflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Amoflox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amoflox 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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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Amoflox safe for pregnant women?
Amoflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amoflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amoflox safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Amoflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Amoflox on the Kidneys?
Amoflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amoflox on the Liver?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amoflox on the Heart?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amoflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amoflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amoflox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amoflox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amoflox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amoflox can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amoflox only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amoflox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amoflox
Some foods when eaten with Amoflox can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amoflox
Taking Amoflox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Amoflox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
It is recommended to avoid taking Amoflox with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Amoflox can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Amoflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amoflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, long-term use of Amoflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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