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Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml safe for pregnant women?
Amoflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amoflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Amoflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml on the Kidneys?
Amoflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml on the Liver?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml on the Heart?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml
Some foods when eaten with Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml
Taking Amoflox Eye Drop 10ml with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Amoflox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
It is recommended to avoid taking Amoflox with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Amoflox can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin 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.
Amoflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amoflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, long-term use of Amoflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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