Droxflora Information
Droxflora is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Other than this, Droxflora has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Droxflora 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.
Droxflora also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Abdominal cramp, Soft stools. While these are the most often observed Droxflora side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Droxflora 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, Droxflora's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Droxflora's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Droxflora related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Droxflora contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Droxflora with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Droxflora is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Droxflora Benefits & Uses
Droxflora is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Droxflora 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
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Droxflora Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Droxflora is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Allergic reaction
- Joint pain
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Angioedema
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Urticaria
Common
- पेट की गैस
- Abdominal cramp
- Soft stools
Droxflora Related Warnings
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Is the use of Droxflora safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Droxflora during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
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Is the use of Droxflora safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Droxflora in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
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What is the effect of Droxflora on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Droxflora on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Droxflora will cause side effects on kidney or not.
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What is the effect of Droxflora on the Liver?
Information about safety of Droxflora for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
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What is the effect of Droxflora on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Droxflora on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Severe Interaction of Droxflora with Other Drugs
Droxflora should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Droxflora Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Droxflora unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Kidney Disease
- Gastritis
- Vitamin K Deficiency
- Allergy
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Droxflora
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Is this Droxflora habit forming or addictive?
Droxflora is not addictive in nature.
Droxflora Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Droxflora
There is no information on the effects of taking Droxflora with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Droxflora
Information about the interaction of Droxflora and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Frequently asked Questions about Droxflora
Question over 6 years ago
Does Droxflora help in acne?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
Yes, Droxflora might help in acne. It is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris along with other antibiotics before treating with isotretinoin.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Droxflora cause yeast infection?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Yes, Droxflora might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Droxflora cover e coli?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Yes Droxflora covers Escherichia coli. Droxflora is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Droxflora safe to use?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Droxflora is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dyspepsia, abdominal pain, and rash. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question about 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Droxflora on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Discontinuing Droxflora on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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