Orfix is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Orfix also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Orfix depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Orfix side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Orfix go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Orfix's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Orfix related warnings talks about Orfix's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Orfix contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Orfix may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Orfix is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Orfix 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Orfix safe for pregnant women?
Orfix is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Orfix safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Orfix.
What is the effect of Orfix on the Kidneys?
Orfix may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Orfix on the Liver?
Orfix is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Orfix on the Heart?
Using Orfix does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Orfix 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 Orfix unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orfix habit forming or addictive?
Orfix is not addictive in nature.
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 Orfix can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Orfix should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Orfix cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Orfix
It is safe to take Orfix with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orfix
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Orfix with alcohol.
Yes, Orfix can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Orfix can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
No, you can not buy Orfix over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Orfix works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
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References
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