Cuxone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cuxone Benefits & Uses

Cuxone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Cuxone 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cuxone Related Warnings

Is the use of Cuxone safe for pregnant women?

Cuxone is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cuxone safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cuxone as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cuxone on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cuxone on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cuxone on the Liver?

Side effects of Cuxone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cuxone on the Heart?

Cuxone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cuxone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Cuxone Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Cuxone

Is this Cuxone habit forming or addictive?

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

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cuxone can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cuxone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cuxone is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cuxone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cuxone

You can take Cuxone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cuxone

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cuxone.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cuxone

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cuxone used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Cuxone 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cuxone cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Rarely Cuxone can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Cuxone over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Cuxone over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cuxone for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Cuxone can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cuxone?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cuxone is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.