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I Dox 20 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of I Dox 20 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of I Dox 20 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of I Dox 20 Injection include Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of I Dox 20 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of I Dox 20 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that I Dox 20 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on I Dox 20 Injection related warnings talks about I Dox 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of I Dox 20 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, I Dox 20 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that I Dox 20 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
I Dox 20 Injection 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of I Dox 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dox. If you are pregnant, do not take Dox without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of I Dox 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Dox. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of I Dox 20 Injection on the Kidneys?
Dox does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of I Dox 20 Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Dox rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of I Dox 20 Injection on the Heart?
Using Dox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take I Dox 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this I Dox 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?
I Dox 20 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking I Dox 20 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as I Dox 20 Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, I Dox 20 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, I Dox 20 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and I Dox 20 Injection
Taking I Dox 20 Injection with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and I Dox 20 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking I Dox 20 Injection.
Dox can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
Yes, Dox can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Dox can cause gastritis by affecting the stomach lining or causing an irritant effect on the wall of the stomach. These effects also cause abdominal pain. However, if you are experiencing severe gastritis after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as drink plenty of fluid and avoid taking spicy and junk foods.
No, Dox should not be taken with milk because it delays the absorption drug by chelate formation with calcium which contains in milk.
No, you can not buy Dox over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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