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Dioflox Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Dioflox Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Dioflox Suspension 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dioflox Suspension as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dioflox Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Dioflox Suspension has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dioflox Suspension related warnings talks about Dioflox Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dioflox Suspension 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 Dioflox Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Dioflox Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dioflox Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dioflox Suspension 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dioflox Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dioflox Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Dioflox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dioflox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Dioflox Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Dioflox. Immediately discontinue Dioflox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Dioflox Suspension on the Kidneys?
Dioflox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dioflox Suspension on the Liver?
Side effects of Dioflox rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dioflox Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Dioflox rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dioflox Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dioflox Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dioflox Suspension is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dioflox Suspension. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dioflox Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dioflox Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dioflox Suspension
Taking Dioflox Suspension with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dioflox Suspension
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dioflox Suspension as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Dioflox 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.
Take Dioflox if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
No, Dioflox 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Dioflox 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, Dioflox is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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