Adx, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection. Adx 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 Adx. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Adx as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Adx 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.
In addition, Adx's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Adx related warnings talks about Adx's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Adx is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Eczema, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Adx contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Adx may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Adx is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Adx is used to treat the following -
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 Adx safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Adx in pregnant women.
Is the use of Adx safe during breastfeeding?
Adx does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Adx on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Adx. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Adx on the Liver?
Adx is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Adx on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Adx for the heart.
Adx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Adx habit forming or addictive?
Adx is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Adx
Adx may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Adx
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Adx.
Adx can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Adx can cause yeast infection especially in women. You are recommended to inform doctor/gynaecologist if you are experiencing symptoms of yeast infections after taking this medicine.
Adx works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.
Yes, Adx can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Adx and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.
Yes, Adx can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant or unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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