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Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) 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, Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs)'s effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) related warnings section.
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) 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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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs). It is best to stop taking Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs). If you see any side effects, stop taking Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) on the Kidneys?
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) on the Liver?
Side effects of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) on the Heart?
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is rarely harmful for the heart.
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs)
When consumed with certain foods, Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs)
Taking Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Discontinuing Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) 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.
Yes Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance 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.
Yes, Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) 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.
Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Do not take Floxin (Targof Pure Drugs) along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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