Xorimax 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Xorimax Information

Xorimax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Xorimax also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Xorimax is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Xorimax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xorimax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xorimax is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Xorimax related warnings talks about Xorimax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xorimax contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Xorimax with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xorimax is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Xorimax Benefits & Uses
Xorimax Dosage & How to Take
Xorimax Side Effects
Xorimax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Xorimax with Other Drugs
Xorimax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Xorimax
Xorimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Xorimax Benefits & Uses

Xorimax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Xorimax 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Xorimax Related Warnings

Is the use of Xorimax safe for pregnant women?

Xorimax is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Xorimax safe during breastfeeding?

Xorimax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Xorimax on the Kidneys?

Xorimax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Xorimax on the Liver?

Xorimax is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Xorimax on the Heart?

Using Xorimax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Xorimax with Other Drugs

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

Xorimax Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Xorimax

Is this Xorimax habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Xorimax has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Xorimax as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Xorimax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Xorimax cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Xorimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xorimax

It is safe to take Xorimax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xorimax

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xorimax with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Xorimax

Question about 5 years ago

Does Xorimax affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xorimax might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Xorimax?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Xorimax may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Xorimax safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xorimax is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Xorimax treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Xorimax can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Xorimax cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Xorimax does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Xorimax is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.