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Pox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Pox have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Pox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Pox have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Pox 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pox is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pox related warnings section.
Pox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pox in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Pox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Pox may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pox 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pox safe for pregnant women?
Pox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pox safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pox again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pox on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Pox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pox on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pox on the Heart?
Pox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pox habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Pox can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Pox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pox
The side effects of taking Pox with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pox
Taking Pox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
