Maxizone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Maxizone have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Maxizone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Maxizone have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Maxizone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Maxizone has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Maxizone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Maxizone related warnings section.
Maxizone can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Maxizone in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Maxizone have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Maxizone may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Maxizone is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Maxizone 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Maxizone safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Maxizone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Maxizone safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Maxizone on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Maxizone on the Kidneys?
Maxizone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Maxizone on the Liver?
Maxizone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Maxizone on the Heart?
Maxizone is completely safe for the heart.
Maxizone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Maxizone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maxizone habit forming or addictive?
Maxizone does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Maxizone. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Maxizone only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Maxizone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Maxizone
It is safe to take Maxizone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxizone
Information about the interaction of Maxizone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Maxizone can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of 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. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes Maxizone is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant 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.
Discontinuing Maxizone in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Do not self-administer Maxizone. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Maxizone can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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