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Floxitage is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Floxitage depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Floxitage 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
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Is the use of Floxitage safe for pregnant women?
Floxitage can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Floxitage, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Floxitage safe during breastfeeding?
Floxitage may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Floxitage, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Floxitage.
What is the effect of Floxitage on the Kidneys?
Using Floxitage does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxitage on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Floxitage. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Floxitage on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Floxitage. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Floxitage 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 Floxitage unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxitage habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Floxitage.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Floxitage as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Floxitage is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Floxitage in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Floxitage
You can take Floxitage with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxitage
Consumption of alcohol and Floxitage together may have severe effects on your health.
Do not take Floxitage along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Take Floxitage as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Floxitage should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Floxitage is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes, long-term use of Floxitage 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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