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Oxet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Oxet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Oxet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oxet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oxet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Oxet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Oxet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oxet related warnings section.
Oxet 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. Other contraindications of Oxet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oxet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oxet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oxet 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 Oxet safe for pregnant women?
Oxet can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Oxet right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Oxet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oxet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oxet on the Kidneys?
Oxet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxet on the Heart?
Oxet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oxet 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 Oxet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxet habit forming or addictive?
Oxet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oxet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oxet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oxet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oxet
When consumed with certain foods, Oxet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oxet as it can have severe side effects.
Oxet 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.
No, Oxet is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Take Oxet 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.
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.
Discontinuing Oxet 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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