Loxof 750 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loxof Information

Loxof is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Suspension,Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Loxof has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loxof. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Loxof can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Loxof go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Loxof's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Loxof related warnings talks about Loxof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Loxof since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Loxof have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Loxof have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Loxof is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Loxof Benefits & Uses
Loxof Dosage & How to Take
Loxof Side Effects
Loxof Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Loxof with Other Drugs
Loxof Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Loxof
Loxof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Loxof Benefits & Uses

Loxof is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Loxof Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Loxof Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loxof is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
पेट दर्द
Confusion
Headache

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Insomnia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Urticaria
Rash

Loxof Related Warnings

Is the use of Loxof safe for pregnant women?

Loxof may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Loxof, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Loxof safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Loxof. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Loxof on the Kidneys?

Loxof may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Loxof on the Liver?

Loxof is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Loxof on the Heart?

You can take Loxof without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Loxof with Other Drugs

Loxof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Loxof Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loxof unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Loxof

Is this Loxof habit forming or addictive?

Loxof is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Loxof you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Loxof only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Loxof cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Loxof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loxof

Loxof may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxof

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Loxof

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Loxof with azithromycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

It is recommended to avoid taking Loxof 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.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Loxof cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Loxof can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Loxof with ibuprofen?

Dr. , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Loxof with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Loxof with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Loxof along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Loxof treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Loxof is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.