Fuzimox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Throat Infection, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Fuzimox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Fuzimox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fuzimox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fuzimox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fuzimox is Mild for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fuzimox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fuzimox related warnings section.
Fuzimox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fuzimox in conditions like Asthma, Eczema. Other contraindications of Fuzimox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fuzimox may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Fuzimox is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Fuzimox is used to treat the following -
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
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Fuzimox safe for pregnant women?
Fuzimox has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Fuzimox safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Fuzimox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fuzimox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Fuzimox on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Fuzimox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fuzimox on the Liver?
Fuzimox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fuzimox on the Heart?
Fuzimox may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Fuzimox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fuzimox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fuzimox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fuzimox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fuzimox will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Fuzimox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fuzimox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fuzimox
It is safe to take Fuzimox with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fuzimox
Drinking alcohol while taking Fuzimox may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Fuzimox can cause yeast infection especially in women. You are recommended to inform doctor/gynaecologist if you are experiencing symptoms of yeast infections after taking this medicine.
Fuzimox is a brand name for amoxicillin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called penicillin antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of the number of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, and infection of ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary tract. It is also used in combination with other antibiotic medications such as clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
Fuzimox works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.
Yes, Fuzimox can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Yes, Fuzimox can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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