Desatax O 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Desatax O Information

Desatax O is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Desatax O have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Desatax O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Desatax O have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Desatax O go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Desatax O's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Desatax O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Desatax O related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Desatax O contraindications section.

Additionally, Desatax O may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Desatax O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Desatax O Benefits & Uses
Desatax O Dosage & How to Take
Desatax O Side Effects
Desatax O Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Desatax O with Other Drugs
Desatax O Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Desatax O
Desatax O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Desatax O Benefits & Uses

Desatax O is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Desatax O 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Desatax O Related Warnings

Is the use of Desatax O safe for pregnant women?

Desatax O is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Desatax O safe during breastfeeding?

Desatax O does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Kidneys?

Desatax O may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Liver?

Desatax O does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Desatax O on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Desatax O for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Desatax O with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Desatax O Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Desatax O

Is this Desatax O habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Desatax O.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Desatax O as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Desatax O should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Desatax O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Desatax O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Desatax O

Taking Desatax O with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Desatax O

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Desatax O

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Desatax O?

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

Desatax O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Desatax O cause stomach upset?

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

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Desatax O with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Desatax O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Desatax O for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Desatax O can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Desatax O treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Desatax O is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.