Augtax 1000/500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. The alternative uses of Augtax 1000/500 Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Augtax 1000/500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Augtax 1000/500 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Augtax 1000/500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Augtax 1000/500 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Augtax 1000/500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Augtax 1000/500 Injection related warnings section.
Augtax 1000/500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Augtax 1000/500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Augtax 1000/500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Augtax 1000/500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Augtax 1000/500 Injection 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Augtax 1000/500 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Augtax 1000/500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Augtax safely.
Is the use of Augtax 1000/500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Augtax does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Augtax 1000/500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Augtax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Augtax 1000/500 Injection on the Liver?
Augtax does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Augtax 1000/500 Injection on the Heart?
Using Augtax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Augtax 1000/500 Injection 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 Augtax 1000/500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Augtax 1000/500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Augtax 1000/500 Injection does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Augtax 1000/500 Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Augtax 1000/500 Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Augtax 1000/500 Injection
Information about the interaction of Augtax 1000/500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Augtax does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension) at regular doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Augtax does not covers mrsa (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Augtax.
Yes, Augtax can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Augtax covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Augtax is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
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