Ulticox Information

Ulticox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ulticox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ulticox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ulticox 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, Ulticox's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ulticox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ulticox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ulticox in conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy. Other contraindications of Ulticox have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ulticox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ulticox is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Ulticox Benefits & Uses

Ulticox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Ulticox 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: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy

Ulticox Side Effects

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

Moderate

Blurred vision
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Joint aches
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Rash

Ulticox Related Warnings

Is the use of Ulticox safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ulticox safely.

Safe
Is the use of Ulticox safe during breastfeeding?

Ulticox is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ulticox on the Kidneys?

Ulticox may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ulticox on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ulticox on the Heart?

Using Ulticox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ulticox with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Magnesium Carbonate

Colchicine

Ulticox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Nephropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Ulticox

Is this Ulticox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ulticox has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ulticox since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Ulticox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Ulticox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ulticox

Taking Ulticox with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ulticox

Taking Ulticox with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Myambutol (ethambutol hcl)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 769

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 535-536

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