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Polydex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Polydex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Polydex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Polydex include Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Normally, these side effects of Polydex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Polydex has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Polydex related warnings talks about Polydex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Polydex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Polydex in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections. The section on Polydex contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Polydex with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Polydex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Polydex is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Polydex safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Polydex on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Polydex safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Polydex in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Polydex is unavailable.
What is the effect of Polydex on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Polydex on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Polydex on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Polydex on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Polydex will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Polydex on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Polydex on heart. So it is not known whether taking Polydex will cause side effects on heart or not.
Polydex 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 Polydex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Polydex habit forming or addictive?
Polydex does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Polydex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Polydex only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Polydex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Polydex
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Polydex together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Polydex
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Polydex with alcohol.
No, Polydex does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.
No, Polydex is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Polydex can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
Yes, Polydex is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Discontinuing Polydex 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.
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