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Axytef 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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Axytef is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Axytef safe for pregnant women?
Axytef can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Axytef safe during breastfeeding?
Axytef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Axytef on the Kidneys?
Axytef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Axytef on the Liver?
Side effects of Axytef rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Axytef on the Heart?
You can take Axytef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Axytef 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 Axytef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Axytef habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Axytef.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Axytef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Axytef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Axytef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Axytef
Taking Axytef with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Axytef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Axytef with alcohol.
Yes, Axytef is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, you can take Axytef for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a viral and bacterial sore throat, So you take it only on doctor's advice.
Axytef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, Axytef is not good for a cold. Cold is a viral disease, whereas Axytef is used for bacterial infections only.
Yes, Axytef can treat gonorrhea and chlamydia. For the mild infection, a single dose is given whereas in case of severe infection treatment should be given for at least one week, and response should be closely monitored by a healthcare provider. However, you must consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic for treating gonorrhea and chlamydia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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