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Oxet Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Oxet Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Oxet Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Oxet Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Oxet Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Oxet Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Oxet Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oxet Tablet related warnings section.
Oxet Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oxet Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Oxet Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oxet Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oxet Tablet 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Oxet Tablet 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 Tablet 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 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Oxet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxet Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxet Tablet on the Heart?
Oxet 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 Oxet Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxet Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Oxet Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oxet Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oxet Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oxet Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oxet Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Oxet Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxet Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oxet Tablet 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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