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Vodamox Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Vodamox Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Vodamox Eye Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Vodamox Eye Drop include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Vodamox Eye Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vodamox Eye Drop 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.
It is also important to note that Vodamox Eye Drop has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vodamox Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vodamox Eye Drop related warnings section.
Vodamox Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuropathy, Peripheral as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vodamox Eye Drop contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Vodamox Eye Drop have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vodamox Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vodamox Eye Drop 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vodamox Eye Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Vodamox Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Vodamox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Vodamox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Vodamox Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Vodamox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Vodamox Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Vodamox is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Vodamox Eye Drop on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Vodamox on the liver.
What is the effect of Vodamox Eye Drop on the Heart?
Vodamox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vodamox Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vodamox Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vodamox Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Vodamox Eye Drop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vodamox Eye Drop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Vodamox Eye Drop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Vodamox Eye Drop only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Vodamox Eye Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Vodamox Eye Drop
Vodamox Eye Drop may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vodamox Eye Drop
Drinking alcohol while taking Vodamox Eye Drop may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Vodamox covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides fragilis, Bacteroides thetaiotaomicron, Clostridium perfringens, and Peptostreptococcus species.
Yes, Vodamox is an antibiotic. It contains moxifloxacin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Yes, Vodamox can be used for UTI (urinary tract infection) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. However, it is not generally preferred as a first line drug of choice for the treatment of UTI. It is only prescribed in UTI when other drugs are not effective in treating the infection.
Yes, oral Vodamox may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and drink ample water.
Discontinuing Vodamox 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.
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