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Leoxin is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Leoxin have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leoxin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Leoxin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Leoxin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Leoxin is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Leoxin related warnings talks about Leoxin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Leoxin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Leoxin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Leoxin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Leoxin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Leoxin 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Leoxin safe for pregnant women?
Leoxin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Leoxin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Leoxin safe during breastfeeding?
Leoxin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Leoxin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Leoxin.
What is the effect of Leoxin on the Kidneys?
Leoxin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Leoxin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Leoxin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Leoxin on the Heart?
Leoxin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Leoxin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leoxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leoxin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Leoxin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Leoxin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Leoxin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Leoxin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Leoxin
Leoxin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leoxin
Consumption of alcohol and Leoxin together may have severe effects on your health.
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.
Leoxin can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Leoxin is safe to use, if taken in the 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.
Yes, Leoxin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, Leoxin does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
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