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Proxim Benefits & Uses

Proxim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Proxim 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Proxim Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Proxim is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Proxim Related Warnings

Is the use of Proxim safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Proxim.

Mild
Is the use of Proxim safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Proxim. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Proxim on the Kidneys?

Proxim can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Proxim on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Proxim. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Proxim only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Proxim on the Heart?

Proxim may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Proxim with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Proxim Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Proxim

Is this Proxim habit forming or addictive?

Proxim is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Proxim since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Proxim is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Proxim in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Proxim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Proxim

You can take Proxim with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Proxim

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Proxim with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Proxim

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Proxim cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Proxim 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Proxim safe to use?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Proxim is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been 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 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Proxim?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Proxim can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Proxim used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Proxim is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Proxim work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Proxim 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.