Nirixone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nirixone Information

Nirixone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Nirixone has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Nirixone 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nirixone can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Nirixone normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Nirixone's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nirixone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nirixone related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Nirixone since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Nirixone have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Nirixone may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nirixone is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Nirixone Benefits & Uses

Nirixone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Nirixone 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nirixone Related Warnings

Is the use of Nirixone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nirixone without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Nirixone safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Nirixone as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Nirixone on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Nirixone on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nirixone on the Liver?

Side effects of Nirixone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nirixone on the Heart?

Nirixone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nirixone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Nirixone Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Nirixone

Is this Nirixone habit forming or addictive?

Nirixone is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nirixone as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nirixone should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Nirixone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Nirixone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nirixone

It is safe to take Nirixone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nirixone

Information about the interaction of Nirixone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nirixone

Question over 4 years ago

Does Nirixone cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Nirixone 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Nirixone work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Nirixone works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Nirixone?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Nirixone is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Nirixone help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Nirixone does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Nirixone?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Nirixone. 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.