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Ibiflox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Ibiflox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ibiflox 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ibiflox have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ibiflox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ibiflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ibiflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ibiflox related warnings section.
Ibiflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ibiflox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ibiflox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ibiflox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ibiflox 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 Ibiflox safe for pregnant women?
Ibiflox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ibiflox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ibiflox safe during breastfeeding?
Ibiflox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ibiflox on the Kidneys?
Ibiflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ibiflox on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Ibiflox on the liver.
What is the effect of Ibiflox on the Heart?
You can take Ibiflox without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ibiflox 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 Ibiflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ibiflox habit forming or addictive?
Ibiflox does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ibiflox can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ibiflox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ibiflox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ibiflox
Taking Ibiflox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ibiflox
Drinking alcohol while taking Ibiflox may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ibiflox 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 at the same time.
Ibiflox 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.
Yes Ibiflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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.
Yes, Ibiflox is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
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