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Furoxime Benefits & Uses

Furoxime is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Furoxime 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

Furoxime Related Warnings

Is the use of Furoxime safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Furoxime without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Furoxime safe during breastfeeding?

Furoxime is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Furoxime on the Kidneys?

Furoxime rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Furoxime on the Liver?

Furoxime is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Furoxime on the Heart?

Furoxime is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Furoxime with Other Drugs

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

Furoxime Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Furoxime

Is this Furoxime habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Furoxime has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Furoxime should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Furoxime for mental disorders.

No

Furoxime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Furoxime

Taking Furoxime with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Furoxime

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Furoxime with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Furoxime

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Furoxime treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Furoxime affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Furoxime can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Furoxime help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furoxime 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 over 3 years ago

Can I take Furoxime with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furoxime can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Furoxime along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Furoxime safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furoxime 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 diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. 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.