Tusimox 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Tusimox 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tusimox 500 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Tusimox 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tusimox 500 Tablet 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 Tusimox 500 Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tusimox 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tusimox 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Tusimox 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tusimox 500 Tablet in conditions like Asthma, Eczema. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tusimox 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tusimox 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tusimox 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tusimox 500 Tablet 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tusimox 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Tusimox 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Tusimox has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Tusimox 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Tusimox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tusimox 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tusimox is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tusimox 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tusimox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tusimox 500 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Tusimox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Tusimox 500 Tablet 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 Tusimox 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tusimox 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tusimox 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tusimox 500 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Tusimox 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tusimox 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tusimox 500 Tablet
Taking Tusimox 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tusimox 500 Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Tusimox 500 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Tusimox can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Tusimox can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, you can not buy Tusimox over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Tusimox 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 infections.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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References
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