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Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) 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 Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab). The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) contraindications section.
Besides this, Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) safe for pregnant women?
Oxy is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) safe during breastfeeding?
Oxy may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) on the Kidneys?
Oxy may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxy on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) on the Heart?
Using Oxy does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab)
Taking Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oxy (Dr.Johns Lab) with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Oxy with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Do not self-administer Oxy. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Occasionally Oxy can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Oxy works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Oxy is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311