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Culox is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Culox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Culox 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 |
Is the use of Culox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Culox. It is best to stop taking Culox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Culox safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Culox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Culox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Culox again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Culox on the Kidneys?
Culox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Culox on the Liver?
Culox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Culox on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Culox on the heart have been reported.
Culox 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 Culox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Culox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Culox is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Culox. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Culox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Culox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Culox
Culox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Culox
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Culox as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, long-term use of Culox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
No, Culox is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Culox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Culox 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.
Yes, Culox causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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