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Avelox Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Avelox Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Avelox Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Avelox Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Avelox Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Avelox Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Avelox Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Avelox Tablet related warnings talks about Avelox Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral must refrain from the use of Avelox Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Avelox Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Avelox Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Avelox Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Avelox Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Avelox Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Avelox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Avelox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Avelox Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Avelox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Avelox Tablet on the Kidneys?
Avelox is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Avelox Tablet on the Liver?
Avelox is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Avelox Tablet on the Heart?
Avelox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Avelox Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avelox Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Avelox Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Avelox Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Avelox Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Avelox Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Avelox Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Avelox Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Avelox Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avelox Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Avelox Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Avelox does not cover strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is generally found to be resistant to Avelox. Hence other antibiotics which are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be used.
Yes, Avelox can be used for UTI (urinary tract infection) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. However, it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Yes, Avelox can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Avelox is helpful in treating pneumonia. It is used in the treatment of commnunity acquired pneumonia caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Chlamydophilia pneumoniae. The duration of treatment depends on infection severity and patients medical condition but it is generally given for 7-14 days.
Yes, Avelox can treat sinusitis (inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacterial infection. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
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