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Boxer is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Drops, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Boxer also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Boxer depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Boxer have been listed ahead. These side effects of Boxer are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Boxer's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Boxer has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Boxer related warnings section.
Boxer is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Boxer contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Boxer have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Boxer, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Boxer 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 Boxer safe for pregnant women?
Boxer may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Boxer again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Boxer safe during breastfeeding?
Boxer 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 Boxer on the Kidneys?
Boxer may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Boxer on the Liver?
Boxer is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Boxer on the Heart?
Boxer has very mild side effects on the heart.
Boxer 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 Boxer unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Boxer habit forming or addictive?
Boxer is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Boxer as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Boxer is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Boxer is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Boxer
Some foods when eaten with Boxer can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Boxer
Consumption of alcohol and Boxer together may have severe effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Boxer 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.
Yes, you can take Boxer 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.
No, Boxer 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.
Do not take Boxer 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.
Discontinuing Boxer 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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