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60 ml Suspension in 1 Bottle
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Jox Information

Jox is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Jox have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Jox 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Jox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Jox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Jox is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Jox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Jox related warnings section.

Jox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Jox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Jox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Jox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Jox Benefits & Uses

Jox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Jox Dosage & How to Take

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

Jox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Jox safe for pregnant women?


    Jox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Jox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Jox safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Jox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Jox on the Kidneys?


    Jox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Jox on the Liver?


    Jox is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Jox on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Jox on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Jox with Other Drugs

Jox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Jox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jox unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Jox

  • Is this Jox habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Jox has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Jox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Jox only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Jox for mental disorders.

    No

Jox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Jox


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Jox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Jox


    Consumption of alcohol and Jox together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Jox

Question about 5 years ago

Can Jox affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Jox 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Jox with metformin?

Take Jox if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

can I take Jox for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Jox for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Jox cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Jox causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Jox on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Jox on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)

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