Ketox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Ketox have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ketox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ketox also has some side effects, the most common being Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Ketox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ketox 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.
Ketox's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Ketox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ketox related warnings section.
Ketox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ketox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ketox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ketox is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ketox 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ketox safe for pregnant women?
Ketox shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ketox safe during breastfeeding?
Ketox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ketox on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Ketox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ketox on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ketox. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ketox on the Heart?
Side effects of Ketox rarely affect the heart.
Ketox 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 Ketox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ketox habit forming or addictive?
Ketox is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ketox
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ketox and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ketox
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ketox as it can have severe side effects.
Ketox is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Yes Ketox 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, Ketox 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.
Yes, Ketox causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, long-term use of Ketox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
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