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Bestoflox M is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Bestoflox M 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 Bestoflox M. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Bestoflox M include Headache. Some other side effects of Bestoflox M have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bestoflox M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Bestoflox M's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bestoflox M related warnings talks about Bestoflox M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bestoflox M is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bestoflox M are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Bestoflox M may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Bestoflox M is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Bestoflox M 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
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Is the use of Bestoflox M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Bestoflox M without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Bestoflox M safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Bestoflox M. Immediately discontinue Bestoflox M if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Bestoflox M on the Kidneys?
Bestoflox M has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bestoflox M on the Liver?
Bestoflox M has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Bestoflox M on the Heart?
Side effects of Bestoflox M rarely affect the heart.
Bestoflox M 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 Bestoflox M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bestoflox M habit forming or addictive?
Bestoflox M does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Bestoflox M
It is safe to take Bestoflox M with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bestoflox M
Consumption of alcohol and Bestoflox M together may have severe effects on your health.
Discontinuing Bestoflox M on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes Bestoflox M 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.
Bestoflox M should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Take Bestoflox M 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.
No, Bestoflox M does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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