Floxagyl

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Floxagyl Information

Floxagyl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Floxagyl also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Floxagyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Floxagyl also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Floxagyl as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Floxagyl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Floxagyl has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Floxagyl related warnings talks about Floxagyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Floxagyl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Floxagyl are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

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



Floxagyl Benefits & Uses

Floxagyl is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Floxagyl 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


Floxagyl Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Floxagyl is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Floxagyl Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Floxagyl safe for pregnant women?


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

  • Is the use of Floxagyl safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Floxagyl. It should only be taken after medical advice.

  • What is the effect of Floxagyl on the Kidneys?


    Floxagyl rarely affects the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Floxagyl on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Floxagyl for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

  • What is the effect of Floxagyl on the Heart?


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



Severe Interaction of Floxagyl with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Floxagyl Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Floxagyl

  • Is this Floxagyl habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Floxagyl is addictive.

Floxagyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Floxagyl


    Taking certain foods and Floxagyl together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Floxagyl


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Floxagyl with alcohol will be.



Frequently asked Questions about Floxagyl

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Floxagyl without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Floxagyl is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Floxagyl?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Take Floxagyl as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Floxagyl cause stomach problems?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Floxagyl can cause stomach upset, abdominal cramps, constipation, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Floxagyl effective against candida (fungal infections)?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Floxagyl is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Floxagyl on my own without doctors advice?

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

Discontinuation of Floxagyl on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flagyl® Metronidazole

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 837-839

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 850-851

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)

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