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Acilox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Acilox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Acilox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Acilox also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acilox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Acilox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Acilox's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Acilox related warnings talks about Acilox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Acilox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Acilox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Acilox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Acilox is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Acilox safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Acilox for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Acilox safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Acilox on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Acilox will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Acilox on the Kidneys?
Acilox can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Acilox on the Liver?
Acilox can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Acilox on the Heart?
Acilox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Acilox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acilox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acilox habit forming or addictive?
Acilox does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acilox. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Acilox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acilox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Acilox
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Acilox together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acilox
Information about the interaction of Acilox and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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