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

Pexoflox Information

Pexoflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Pexoflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Pexoflox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Pexoflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pexoflox 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.

In addition, Pexoflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pexoflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Pexoflox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pexoflox contraindications section.

Additionally, Pexoflox 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 Pexoflox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Pexoflox Benefits & Uses

Pexoflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection

Pexoflox 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

Pexoflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Pexoflox safe for pregnant women?

Pexoflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pexoflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pexoflox safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pexoflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pexoflox on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Pexoflox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pexoflox on the Liver?

Pexoflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Pexoflox on the Heart?

Side effects of Pexoflox rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Pexoflox with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Mild

Probenecid

Pexoflox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Pexoflox

Is this Pexoflox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pexoflox has not been reported.

Pexoflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pexoflox

Taking Pexoflox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pexoflox

Consuming Pexoflox with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Pexoflox

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Pexoflox with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pexoflox 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Pexoflox?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Pexoflox can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Pexoflox safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Pexoflox is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Pexoflox over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Pexoflox 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Pexoflox?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Pexoflox is a brand name for cefixime. 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.