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Loxof Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Dysentery. The alternative uses of Loxof Oz have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loxof Oz. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Loxof Oz also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Constipation. Such side effects of Loxof Oz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Loxof Oz's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Loxof Oz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Loxof Oz related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Loxof Oz contraindications section.
Additionally, Loxof Oz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Loxof Oz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Loxof Oz 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.
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Is the use of Loxof Oz safe for pregnant women?
Loxof OZ has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Loxof OZ without medical advice.
Is the use of Loxof Oz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Loxof OZ. If you see any side effects, stop taking Loxof OZ immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Loxof OZ again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Loxof Oz on the Kidneys?
Use of Loxof OZ may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Loxof Oz on the Liver?
Loxof OZ may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Loxof Oz on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Loxof OZ. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Loxof Oz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loxof Oz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loxof Oz habit forming or addictive?
Loxof Oz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Loxof Oz, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Loxof Oz can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Loxof Oz only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Loxof Oz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Loxof Oz
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Loxof Oz together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxof Oz
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Loxof Oz.
Discontinuing Loxof OZ 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.
Avoid taking Loxof OZ along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, you can take Loxof OZ for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.
Yes, Loxof OZ can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Loxof OZ 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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