Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Medrox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Medrox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medrox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Medrox include Flatulence, Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Medrox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Medrox are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Medrox's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Medrox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Medrox contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Medrox with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Medrox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Medrox 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 |
Is the use of Medrox safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Medrox in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Medrox safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Medrox in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Medrox on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Medrox for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Medrox on the Liver?
Side effects of Medrox on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Medrox on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Medrox on the heart, information on safety of Medrox for the heart is unavailable.
Medrox 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 Medrox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medrox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Medrox is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Medrox
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medrox and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medrox
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Medrox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Medrox might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Medrox is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
The dosage of Medrox may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Discontinuing Medrox 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.
Yes, Medrox might treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is the excessive growth of bacteria in the vagina. Scientific evidence suggests that it can be used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.
Yes, Medrox can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
This medicine data has been created by -
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 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)