Lexiflox 750 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lexiflox Information

Lexiflox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Lexiflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Lexiflox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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, Lexiflox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lexiflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Lexiflox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lexiflox related warnings talks about Lexiflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lexiflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lexiflox contraindications section.

Besides this, Lexiflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lexiflox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Lexiflox Benefits & Uses
Lexiflox Dosage & How to Take
Lexiflox Side Effects
Lexiflox Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lexiflox with Other Drugs
Lexiflox Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lexiflox
Lexiflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lexiflox Benefits & Uses

Lexiflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Lexiflox Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lexiflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Lexiflox safe for pregnant women?

Lexiflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lexiflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Lexiflox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lexiflox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Lexiflox on the Kidneys?

Lexiflox rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lexiflox on the Liver?

Lexiflox does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lexiflox on the Heart?

You can take Lexiflox without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lexiflox with Other Drugs

Lexiflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Lexiflox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lexiflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lexiflox

Is this Lexiflox habit forming or addictive?

Lexiflox is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lexiflox. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Lexiflox only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lexiflox for mental disorders.

No

Lexiflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lexiflox

Lexiflox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lexiflox

Drinking alcohol while taking Lexiflox may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lexiflox

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lexiflox with metformin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Take Lexiflox if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Lexiflox with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lexiflox for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Lexiflox for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Lexiflox for the above- mentioned infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lexiflox with paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lexiflox 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Lexiflox with azithromycin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

It is recommended to avoid taking Lexiflox 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.