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Floxamid Oz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Floxamid Oz have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Floxamid Oz 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Floxamid Oz include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Floxamid Oz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Floxamid Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Floxamid Oz's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Floxamid Oz related warnings talks about Floxamid Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Floxamid Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Floxamid Oz contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Floxamid Oz with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxamid Oz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Floxamid Oz is used to treat the following -
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 Floxamid Oz safe for pregnant women?
Floxamid OZ may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floxamid OZ, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Floxamid Oz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Floxamid OZ. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Floxamid Oz on the Kidneys?
Using Floxamid OZ does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxamid Oz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Floxamid OZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Floxamid OZ only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Floxamid Oz on the Heart?
Floxamid OZ may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Floxamid Oz 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 Floxamid Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxamid Oz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Floxamid Oz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Floxamid Oz as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Floxamid Oz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Floxamid Oz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Floxamid Oz
You can take Floxamid Oz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxamid Oz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Floxamid Oz as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, long-term use of Floxamid OZ can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Floxamid OZ can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
It is recommended to avoid taking Floxamid OZ 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.
Floxamid OZ is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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