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Frixa is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Bacterial Infections, Cystic Fibrosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Frixa have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Frixa is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Frixa as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Frixa are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Frixa's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Frixa has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Frixa related warnings section.
Frixa is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Frixa have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Frixa may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Frixa, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Frixa 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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Is the use of Frixa safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Frixa in pregnant women.
Is the use of Frixa safe during breastfeeding?
Frixa does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Frixa on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Frixa on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Frixa on the Liver?
Frixa is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Frixa on the Heart?
Using Frixa does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Frixa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Frixa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Frixa habit forming or addictive?
Frixa is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Frixa you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Frixa should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Frixa in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Frixa
Taking Frixa with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Frixa
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Frixa with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Azactam® (aztreonam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 730