99% Savings - Buy Just @1 Rs X
Arodox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Arodox have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Arodox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Arodox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Arodox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arodox is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Arodox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Arodox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Arodox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Arodox is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Arodox is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Geriatric |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
|
Is the use of Arodox safe for pregnant women?
Arodox has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Arodox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Arodox. Immediately discontinue Arodox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Arodox on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Arodox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Arodox on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Arodox. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Arodox on the Heart?
Arodox is rarely harmful for the heart.
Arodox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arodox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arodox habit forming or addictive?
Arodox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Arodox since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Arodox is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Arodox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arodox
It is safe to take Arodox with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arodox
Information about the interaction of Arodox and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Arodox works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Discontinuing Arodox in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result 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.
Arodox is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Arodox can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Arodox is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311