Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Loxof 500 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Loxof 500 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Loxof 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Loxof 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Loxof may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Loxof, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Loxof. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Loxof may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Loxof is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Loxof 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Loxof without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loxof 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loxof 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Loxof 500 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Loxof 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Loxof 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Loxof 500 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Loxof 500 Mg Tablet
Loxof 500 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxof 500 Mg Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
It is recommended to avoid taking Loxof with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Loxof can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
It is recommended to avoid taking Loxof with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Avoid taking Loxof along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes Loxof 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.
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