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Eldox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Eldox have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Eldox 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Eldox include Sensitive to light. While these are the most often observed Eldox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eldox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Eldox has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Eldox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Eldox related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Eldox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Eldox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Eldox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Eldox 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Adult(Female) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eldox is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Eldox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Eldox. If you are pregnant, do not take Eldox without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Eldox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Eldox. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Eldox on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Eldox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eldox on the Liver?
Side effects of Eldox rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Eldox on the Heart?
Using Eldox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Eldox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eldox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eldox habit forming or addictive?
Eldox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Eldox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Eldox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Eldox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eldox
Eldox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eldox
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Eldox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Eldox should not be taken with an antacid. It can impair the absorption of a drug.
Eldox can be taken orally and applied topically. An oral form such as tablet should be taken with or without food. If the medicine causes stomach upset after taking this drug take it with food or milk and drink plenty of water. Duration and dose of the course will vary according to the severity of an infection. The topical form of medicine should apply to the affected area twice daily or advice by a doctor, do not apply more or less as recommended by healthcare practitioners.
Eldox can be taken with ofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Ofloxacin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Eldox is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Eldox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience