Alpoxime 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alpoxime Benefits & Uses

Alpoxime is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Alpoxime 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alpoxime Related Warnings

Is the use of Alpoxime safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Alpoxime has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Alpoxime safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Alpoxime. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alpoxime on the Kidneys?

Alpoxime can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alpoxime on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Alpoxime. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alpoxime on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Alpoxime on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alpoxime with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Alpoxime Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Alpoxime

Is this Alpoxime habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Alpoxime does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Alpoxime is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Alpoxime cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alpoxime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alpoxime

Taking Alpoxime with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alpoxime

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alpoxime and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alpoxime

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Alpoxime?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Alpoxime should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alpoxime with azithromycin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Avoid taking Alpoxime with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Alpoxime to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Alpoxime to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Alpoxime cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alpoxime can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.