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Elvox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Elvox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Elvox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elvox as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Elvox 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.
Elvox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Elvox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Elvox related warnings section.
Elvox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Elvox contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Elvox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Elvox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Elvox 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Elvox safe for pregnant women?
Elvox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Elvox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Elvox safe during breastfeeding?
Elvox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Elvox on the Kidneys?
Elvox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elvox on the Liver?
Elvox is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Elvox on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Elvox for the heart.
Elvox 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 Elvox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elvox habit forming or addictive?
Elvox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Elvox. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Elvox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Elvox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elvox
Elvox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elvox
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Elvox 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, Elvox can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Elvox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Elvox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, you can not take Elvox with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.
Elvox is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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