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Xolycef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Xolycef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Xolycef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Xolycef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Xolycef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Xolycef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Xolycef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xolycef related warnings section.
Xolycef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xolycef in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Xolycef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Xolycef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xolycef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Xolycef 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xolycef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Xolycef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Xolycef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xolycef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Xolycef as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Xolycef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Xolycef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Xolycef on the Liver?
Xolycef is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Xolycef on the Heart?
Using Xolycef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Xolycef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xolycef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xolycef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xolycef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Xolycef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Xolycef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Xolycef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xolycef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Xolycef
Taking Xolycef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xolycef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xolycef with alcohol will be.
Yes Xolycef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant 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.
Xolycef 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 infection.
Occasionally Xolycef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Xolycef 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.
Do not self-administer Xolycef. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
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