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Furox

Furox

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Furox Information

Furox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Furox have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Furox is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Furox as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Furox are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Furox has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Furox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Furox contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Furox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Furox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

  1. Furox Benefits & Uses
  2. Furox Dosage & How to Take
  3. Furox Side Effects
  4. Furox Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Furox with Other Drugs
  6. Furox Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Furox
  8. Furox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Furox Benefits & Uses

Furox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Furox 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(Male)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Tonsillitis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Furox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Furox is used -

Furox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Furox safe for pregnant women?


    Furox is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe

  • Is the use of Furox safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Furox.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Furox on the Kidneys?


    Furox rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Furox on the Liver?


    Furox does not damage the liver.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Furox on the Heart?


    Furox is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Furox with Other Drugs

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

Furox Contraindications

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

  • Kidney Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Gastritis
  • Diabetes
  • Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Furox

  • Is this Furox habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Furox has not been reported.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Furox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Furox only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Furox is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Furox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Furox


    Taking Furox with food does not harm your health.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Furox


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

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Furox

Question about 2 years ago

Can Furox treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furox can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question about 2 years ago

Does Furox help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furox can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question almost 2 years ago

Is Furox an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furox is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question about 3 years ago

Does Furox contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Furox does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 3 years ago

Does Furox cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Furox does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Furox. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

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