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Minimax Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Minimax Syrup have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Minimax Syrup 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Minimax Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Minimax Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Minimax Syrup has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Minimax Syrup related warnings talks about Minimax Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Minimax Syrup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Minimax Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Minimax Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Minimax Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Minimax Syrup 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Minimax Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Minimax Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Minimax. It is best to stop taking Minimax immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Minimax Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Minimax. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Minimax Syrup on the Kidneys?
Minimax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Minimax Syrup on the Liver?
Minimax is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Minimax Syrup on the Heart?
Side effects of Minimax rarely affect the heart.
Minimax Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Minimax Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minimax Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Minimax Syrup does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Minimax Syrup can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Minimax Syrup only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Minimax Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Minimax Syrup
Taking Minimax Syrup with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minimax Syrup
Consuming Minimax Syrup with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Minimax is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes Minimax 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.
Minimax 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, you can take Minimax for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Minimax can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)