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Mexaflo Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Mexaflo Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mexaflo Suspension. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mexaflo Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Mexaflo Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Mexaflo Suspension's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mexaflo Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mexaflo Suspension related warnings section.
Mexaflo Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mexaflo Suspension contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Mexaflo Suspension with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Mexaflo Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Mexaflo Suspension 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 Mexaflo Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Mexaflo can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mexaflo, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Mexaflo Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Mexaflo can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Mexaflo Suspension on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Mexaflo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Mexaflo Suspension on the Liver?
Mexaflo may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mexaflo Suspension on the Heart?
Mexaflo has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mexaflo Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mexaflo Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mexaflo Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mexaflo Suspension is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mexaflo Suspension can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mexaflo Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mexaflo Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mexaflo Suspension
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Mexaflo Suspension to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mexaflo Suspension
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mexaflo Suspension as it can have severe side effects.
Mexaflo is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Yes, long-term use of Mexaflo 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.
Mexaflo 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.
Take Mexaflo as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Discontinuing Mexaflo on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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