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Oxal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oxal have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Oxal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Oxal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oxal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Oxal has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oxal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oxal related warnings section.
Oxal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oxal in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Oxal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Oxal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oxal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oxal 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
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Is the use of Oxal safe for pregnant women?
Oxal may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Oxal again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oxal safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oxal. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oxal on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxal on the Liver?
Oxal has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Oxal on the Heart?
Side effects of Oxal rarely affect the heart.
Oxal 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 Oxal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxal habit forming or addictive?
Oxal is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oxal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oxal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oxal is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxal
Taking Oxal with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxal
Taking Oxal with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, long-term use of Oxal 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.
No, Oxal is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
No, Oxal 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.
Take Oxal as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Take Oxal 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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