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Amoflox(Kaizen), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Amoflox(Kaizen) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Amoflox(Kaizen) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Amoflox(Kaizen) have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amoflox(Kaizen) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amoflox(Kaizen)'s effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Amoflox(Kaizen)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amoflox(Kaizen) related warnings section.
Amoflox(Kaizen) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amoflox(Kaizen) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Amoflox(Kaizen) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amoflox(Kaizen) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amoflox(Kaizen) 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(Kaizen) safe for pregnant women?
Amoflox(Kaizen) can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Amoflox(Kaizen) right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Amoflox(Kaizen) safe during breastfeeding?
Amoflox(Kaizen) can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Amoflox(Kaizen) on the Kidneys?
Amoflox(Kaizen) rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amoflox(Kaizen) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Amoflox(Kaizen) on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Amoflox(Kaizen) on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amoflox(Kaizen) on the heart have been reported.
Amoflox(Kaizen) 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(Kaizen) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amoflox(Kaizen) habit forming or addictive?
Amoflox(Kaizen) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amoflox(Kaizen). So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amoflox(Kaizen) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amoflox(Kaizen) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amoflox(Kaizen)
Taking Amoflox(Kaizen) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amoflox(Kaizen)
Taking Amoflox(Kaizen) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Amoflox(Kaizen) is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Take Amoflox(Kaizen) if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Amoflox(Kaizen) 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.
Yes, you can take Amoflox(Kaizen) for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Yes, Amoflox(Kaizen) can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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