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Ampoxin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet, Syrup, Injection. The alternative uses of Ampoxin have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ampoxin 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ampoxin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Ampoxin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ampoxin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ampoxin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ampoxin related warnings talks about Ampoxin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ampoxin since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Additionally, Ampoxin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ampoxin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ampoxin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampoxin is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Ampoxin safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Ampoxin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Ampoxin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Ampoxin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Ampoxin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ampoxin. 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 Ampoxin on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ampoxin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ampoxin on the Heart?
Ampoxin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ampoxin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ampoxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ampoxin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ampoxin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ampoxin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ampoxin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ampoxin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ampoxin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ampoxin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampoxin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ampoxin.
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