Koxymide Information

Koxymide is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

The correct dosage of Koxymide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Koxymide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Koxymide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Koxymide is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Koxymide related warnings talks about Koxymide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Koxymide is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Koxymide contraindications section.

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

You should also be aware that Koxymide is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Koxymide Benefits & Uses
Koxymide Dosage & How to Take
Koxymide Side Effects
Koxymide Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Koxymide with Other Drugs
Koxymide Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Koxymide
Koxymide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Koxymide Benefits & Uses

Koxymide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Koxymide 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	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Koxymide Related Warnings

Is the use of Koxymide safe for pregnant women?

Koxymide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Koxymide safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Koxymide on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Koxymide on the Kidneys?

Koxymide does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Koxymide on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Koxymide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Koxymide on the Heart?

You can take Koxymide without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Koxymide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Methotrexate

Mild

Probenecid

Cyclosporin

Koxymide Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Koxymide

Is this Koxymide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Koxymide.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Koxymide since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Koxymide should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Koxymide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Koxymide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Koxymide

Taking Koxymide with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Koxymide

Consumption of alcohol and Koxymide together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe