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Xintof is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Xintof depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Xintof 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
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Is the use of Xintof safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Xintof. It is best to stop taking Xintof immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Xintof safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Xintof. If you see any side effects, stop taking Xintof immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Xintof again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Xintof on the Kidneys?
Xintof has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xintof on the Liver?
Side effects of Xintof rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Xintof on the Heart?
Xintof has very mild side effects on the heart.
Xintof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xintof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xintof habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xintof is addictive.
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 Xintof can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Xintof only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Xintof for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xintof
Some foods when eaten with Xintof can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xintof
Consumption of alcohol and Xintof together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Xintof causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Xintof is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes Xintof is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Xintof is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Yes, Xintof can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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