Alfox M

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  • Contains / Salt: Ofloxacin (50 mg/5ml) + Metronidazole (100 mg/5ml)
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Alfox M Information

Alfox M is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Alfox M have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alfox M. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Alfox M are Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alfox M as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Alfox M 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.

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

Alfox M can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alfox M in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Alfox M have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Alfox M with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alfox M is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Alfox M Benefits & Uses

Alfox M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Alfox M 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


Alfox M Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Allergic reaction
  • Visual impairment
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Bronchospasm
  • Hearing Loss
  • Skin redness
  • Skin Burning
  • Skin irritation
  • Agitation
  • Blurred vision
  • Loss of appetite
  • Convulsion
  • Vaginal Irritation

Moderate

Mild

Common

Alfox M Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Alfox M safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Alfox M in pregnant women.

  • Is the use of Alfox M safe during breastfeeding?


    Alfox M may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Alfox M, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Alfox M.

  • What is the effect of Alfox M on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Alfox M on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Alfox M on the Liver?


    Alfox M has very mild side effects on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Alfox M on the Heart?


    Alfox M is rarely harmful for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Alfox M with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Alfox M Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Alfox M

  • Is this Alfox M habit forming or addictive?


    Alfox M is not addictive in nature.

Alfox M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Alfox M


    It is safe to take Alfox M with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Alfox M


    Taking Alfox M with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.



Frequently asked Questions about Alfox M

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Alfox M with metformin?

Take Alfox M 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 Alfox M with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alfox M 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 about 5 years ago

How to use Alfox M?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Alfox M should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alfox M with milk?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Alfox M 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alfox M with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Alfox M can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

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; Floxin® (ofloxacin)

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

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



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