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Daiagon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Daiagon 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 Daiagon. 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 Daiagon are Headache. Some other side effects of Daiagon have been listed ahead. These side effects of Daiagon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Daiagon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Daiagon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Daiagon related warnings section.
Daiagon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Daiagon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Daiagon may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Daiagon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Daiagon 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 Daiagon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Daiagon safely.
Is the use of Daiagon safe during breastfeeding?
Daiagon 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 Daiagon on the Kidneys?
Daiagon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Daiagon on the Liver?
Side effects of Daiagon rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Daiagon on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Daiagon on the heart have been reported.
Daiagon 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 Daiagon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Daiagon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Daiagon has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Daiagon
You can take Daiagon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daiagon
Consuming Daiagon with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Daiagon as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Daiagon can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Daiagon is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Daiagon 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.
Yes, Daiagon can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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