Coxerin Information

Coxerin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

The right dosage of Coxerin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

The most common side effects of Coxerin are Confusion, Slurred speech, Drowsiness. Some other side effects of Coxerin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Coxerin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Coxerin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Coxerin related warnings talks about Coxerin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Coxerin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Coxerin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coxerin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Coxerin Benefits & Uses
Coxerin Dosage & How to Take
Coxerin Side Effects
Coxerin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Coxerin with Other Drugs
Coxerin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Coxerin
Coxerin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Coxerin Benefits & Uses

Coxerin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Coxerin Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Coxerin Related Warnings

Is the use of Coxerin safe for pregnant women?

Coxerin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Coxerin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Coxerin safe during breastfeeding?

Coxerin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Coxerin on the Kidneys?

Coxerin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Coxerin on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Coxerin on the liver, information on safety of Coxerin for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Coxerin on the Heart?

Using Coxerin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Coxerin with Other Drugs

Coxerin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tramadol

Bupropion

Moderate

Ginkgo Biloba

Coxerin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coxerin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Anxiety
Depression
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Coxerin

Is this Coxerin habit forming or addictive?

Coxerin is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Coxerin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Coxerin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Coxerin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Coxerin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coxerin

Taking Coxerin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Coxerin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Coxerin with alcohol will be.

Unknown