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Pox Benefits & Uses

Pox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Pox Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pox is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Bronchospasm
Hearing Loss
Visual impairment

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Angina Pectoris
Decreased blood pressure
Bleeding

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Irritability
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Rash
Dry Mouth
पेट की गैस
Insomnia
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)

Pox Related Warnings

Is the use of Pox safe for pregnant women?

Pox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pox again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Pox safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pox again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pox on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Pox on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pox on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Pox on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Pox on the Heart?

Pox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pox with Other Drugs

Pox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Pox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pox

Is this Pox habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Pox can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Pox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pox should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pox

The side effects of taking Pox with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pox

Taking Pox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pox

Question about 6 years ago

How does Pox work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Pox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pox for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Pox for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pox with doxylamine?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Pox and doxylamine 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What does Pox treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Pox used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pox with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Pox with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.