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Floxip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Drops,Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Floxip has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Floxip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Floxip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Floxip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Floxip is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Floxip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Floxip since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Floxip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Floxip may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Floxip is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Floxip 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Floxip safe for pregnant women?
Floxip may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floxip, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Floxip safe during breastfeeding?
Floxip can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Floxip on the Kidneys?
Floxip may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxip on the Liver?
Floxip has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Floxip on the Heart?
Floxip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Floxip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxip habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Floxip. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Floxip you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Floxip is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Floxip is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Floxip
Taking certain foods and Floxip together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxip
Consumption of alcohol and Floxip together may have severe effects on your health.
Floxip is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Yes, you can take Floxip for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Floxip. Please consult your doctor before taking Floxip for the above-mentioned infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Floxip with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Floxip can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Floxip used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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