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Desatax O is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Desatax O have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Desatax O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Desatax O have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Desatax O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Desatax O's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Desatax O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Desatax O related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Desatax O contraindications section.
Additionally, Desatax O may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Desatax O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Desatax O 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Desatax O safe for pregnant women?
Desatax O is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Desatax O safe during breastfeeding?
Desatax O does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Desatax O on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Liver?
Using Desatax O does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Heart?
Desatax O is completely safe for the heart.
Desatax O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Desatax O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Desatax O habit forming or addictive?
Desatax O is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Desatax O can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Desatax O is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Desatax O is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Desatax O
Taking Desatax O with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Desatax O
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Desatax O with alcohol.
Desatax O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Desatax O 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.
Yes, Desatax O can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Yes Desatax O is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
