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Floxibact Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Floxibact Syrup have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Floxibact Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Floxibact Syrup have been listed ahead. These side effects of Floxibact Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Floxibact Syrup has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Floxibact Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Floxibact Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Floxibact Syrup in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floxibact Syrup contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Floxibact Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxibact Syrup is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxibact Syrup 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 Floxibact Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Floxibact may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floxibact, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Floxibact Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Floxibact. Immediately discontinue Floxibact if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Floxibact Syrup on the Kidneys?
Floxibact rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxibact Syrup on the Liver?
Side effects of Floxibact rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Floxibact Syrup on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Floxibact on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxibact Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxibact Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Floxibact Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Floxibact Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Floxibact Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Floxibact Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Floxibact Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Floxibact Syrup
Some foods when eaten with Floxibact Syrup can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxibact Syrup
Taking Floxibact Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Floxibact does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes, Floxibact is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Floxibact 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Floxibact 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.
Floxibact is a prescription drug, hence do not take Floxibact without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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