Lipoxil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lipoxil Information

Lipoxil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Lipoxil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lipoxil. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lipoxil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lipoxil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Lipoxil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Lipoxil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lipoxil related warnings section.

Lipoxil is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lipoxil contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Lipoxil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Lipoxil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Lipoxil Benefits & Uses

Lipoxil 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

Lipoxil 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

Lipoxil Related Warnings

Is the use of Lipoxil safe for pregnant women?

Lipoxil can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lipoxil right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Lipoxil safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Lipoxil on the Kidneys?

Lipoxil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lipoxil on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lipoxil on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lipoxil on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Lipoxil for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lipoxil with Other Drugs

Lipoxil 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

Lipoxil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lipoxil 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 Lipoxil

Is this Lipoxil habit forming or addictive?

Lipoxil does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lipoxil only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Lipoxil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lipoxil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lipoxil

When consumed with certain foods, Lipoxil may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipoxil

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Lipoxil are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lipoxil

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Lipoxil a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Lipoxil is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lipoxil with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Lipoxil along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Lipoxil work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lipoxil 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

can I take Lipoxil for UTI infection?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can take Lipoxil for UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must take the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medicine in the midway.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lipoxil cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Lipoxil can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.