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Xibact is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Xibact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Xibact depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
While these are the most often observed Xibact side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xibact 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.
It is also important to note that Xibact has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Xibact has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xibact related warnings section.
Xibact can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xibact in conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xibact contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Xibact have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Xibact is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Xibact 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 |
Is the use of Xibact safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Xibact safely.
Is the use of Xibact safe during breastfeeding?
Xibact is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Xibact on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Xibact on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Xibact on the Liver?
Xibact is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Xibact on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Xibact for the heart.
Xibact 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 Xibact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xibact habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Xibact.
Interaction between Food and Xibact
When consumed with certain foods, Xibact may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xibact
Information about the interaction of Xibact and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Take Xibact as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Xibact 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 fever, rash, diarrhoea, and itching. 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.
Yes, Xibact covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides spp, Clostridium spp, Fusobacterium spp, Peptococcus spp, and Peptostreptococcus spp.
No, [Medicine} does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Xibact is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Discontinuing Xibact 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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