Effidox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Effidox Benefits & Uses

Effidox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Effidox Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anthrax Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Effidox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Effidox is used -

Moderate

Esophagitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Urticaria
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Headache
Dry Mouth
Cough

Common

Sensitive to light

Effidox Related Warnings

Is the use of Effidox safe for pregnant women?

Effidox can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Effidox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Effidox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Effidox on the Kidneys?

Effidox is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Effidox on the Liver?

Side effects of Effidox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Effidox on the Heart?

Effidox is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Effidox with Other Drugs

Effidox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mild

Calcium

Folic Acid

Effidox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Effidox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Effidox

Is this Effidox habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Effidox is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Effidox. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Effidox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Effidox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Effidox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Effidox

Effidox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Effidox

Information about the interaction of Effidox and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Effidox

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Effidox cause stomach upset?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Effidox 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Effidox with antacid?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Effidox should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Effidox over-the-counter?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, you can not buy Effidox 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Effidox with ofloxacin?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Effidox can be taken with ofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Ofloxacin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Effidox with contraceptive pill?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Effidox with contraceptive pill because medicine can decrease the effects of the contraceptive pill. Keep your doctor informed before taking them together. Try other methods of contraception such as condoms, barrier methods to avoid unwanted pregnancies.