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Odoxil OD Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Odoxil OD Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Odoxil OD Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Odoxil OD Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Odoxil OD Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Odoxil OD Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Odoxil OD Tablet related warnings talks about Odoxil OD Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Odoxil OD Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Odoxil OD Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Odoxil OD Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Odoxil OD Tablet 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
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Is the use of Odoxil OD Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Odoxil safely.
Is the use of Odoxil OD Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Odoxil is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Odoxil OD Tablet on the Kidneys?
Odoxil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Odoxil OD Tablet on the Liver?
Using Odoxil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Odoxil OD Tablet on the Heart?
Odoxil is not harmful for the heart.
Odoxil OD Tablet 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 Odoxil OD Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Odoxil OD Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Odoxil OD Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Odoxil OD Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Odoxil OD Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Odoxil OD Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Odoxil OD Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Odoxil OD Tablet
Taking Odoxil OD Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Odoxil OD Tablet
Taking Odoxil OD Tablet with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
Yes Odoxil can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Odoxil. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Odoxil might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Odoxil can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
Odoxil contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Odoxil is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
Yes, Odoxil might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Odoxil is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
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