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Polyxx is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Polyxx have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Polyxx depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Polyxx as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Polyxx are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Polyxx is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Polyxx has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Polyxx related warnings section.
Polyxx is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Polyxx have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Polyxx have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Polyxx is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Polyxx 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Polyxx safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Polyxx in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Polyxx safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Polyxx on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Polyxx will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Kidneys?
Polyxx has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Liver?
Polyxx is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Heart?
Polyxx is completely safe for the heart.
Polyxx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Polyxx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Polyxx habit forming or addictive?
Polyxx is not addictive in nature.
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 Polyxx can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Polyxx is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Polyxx is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Polyxx
Taking Polyxx with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Polyxx
Information about the interaction of Polyxx and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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; Polymyxin B
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759