Poxil 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Poxil Benefits & Uses

Poxil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Poxil Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Poxil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Poxil is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Poxil Related Warnings

Is the use of Poxil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Poxil.

Mild
Is the use of Poxil safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Poxil. Immediately discontinue Poxil if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Poxil on the Kidneys?

Poxil may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Poxil on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Poxil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Poxil on the Heart?

Poxil has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Poxil with Other Drugs

Poxil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Poxil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Poxil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Poxil

Is this Poxil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Poxil.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Poxil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Poxil is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Poxil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Poxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Poxil

You can take Poxil with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Poxil

Information about the interaction of Poxil and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Poxil

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Poxil with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Poxil and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Poxil to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Poxil to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Poxil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Poxil is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Poxil help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Poxil does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Poxil?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Poxil should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.