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Saflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Saflox have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Saflox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Saflox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Saflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Saflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Saflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Saflox related warnings section.
Saflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Saflox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Saflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Saflox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Saflox 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.
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Is the use of Saflox safe for pregnant women?
Saflox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Saflox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Saflox safe during breastfeeding?
Saflox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Saflox on the Kidneys?
Saflox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Saflox on the Liver?
Side effects of Saflox rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Saflox on the Heart?
Side effects of Saflox rarely affect the heart.
Saflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Saflox habit forming or addictive?
Saflox can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Saflox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Saflox only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Saflox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Saflox
Using Saflox with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Saflox
Taking alcohol with Saflox can be dangerous.
Saflox can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Saflox can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.
Saflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Saflox with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
It is recommended to avoid taking Saflox with azithromycin because it can cause problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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