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Oxa Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oxa Syrup have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oxa Syrup 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oxa Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oxa Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Oxa Syrup has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Oxa Syrup related warnings talks about Oxa Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Oxa Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. The section on Oxa Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Oxa Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oxa Syrup is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oxa Syrup 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.
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Is the use of Oxa Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Oxa(Rai). It is best to stop taking Oxa(Rai) immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oxa Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Oxa(Rai). If you see any side effects, stop taking Oxa(Rai) immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Oxa(Rai) again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oxa Syrup on the Kidneys?
Oxa(Rai) rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxa Syrup on the Liver?
Side effects of Oxa(Rai) rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Oxa Syrup on the Heart?
Oxa(Rai) may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxa Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxa Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Oxa Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oxa Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oxa Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oxa Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oxa Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxa Syrup
Some foods when eaten with Oxa Syrup can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxa Syrup
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oxa Syrup as it can have severe side effects.
Do not take Oxa(Rai) along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, Oxa(Rai) 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.
Oxa(Rai) is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
No, Oxa(Rai) 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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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