LX 125 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lx Benefits & Uses

Lx is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Lx 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lx Related Warnings

Is the use of Lx safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of LX in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lx safe during breastfeeding?

LX does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Lx on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of LX on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lx on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of LX on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lx on the Heart?

Using LX does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lx with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Bumetanide

Bumetanide Tablet

Drospirenone

Lx Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Lx

Is this Lx habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lx has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lx as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lx 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 Lx for mental disorders.

No

Lx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lx

Taking Lx with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lx

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lx with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lx

Question over 5 years ago

Is LX safe to use?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, LX is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, joint pain, and rash. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can LX treat scabies?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, LX does not treat scabies which is a contagious skin infestation caused by the mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). It is not recommended for the treatment of scabies because LX is not a scabicidal agent.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can LX help in sinus infection?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, LX might be used to treat sinusitis (Inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae). However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria LX is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take LX with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, LX can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does LX cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

No, LX does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to LX. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.