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Voxin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Voxin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Voxin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Voxin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Voxin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Voxin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Voxin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Voxin related warnings section.
Voxin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Voxin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Voxin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Voxin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Voxin 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 Voxin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Voxin safe for pregnant women?
Voxin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Voxin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Voxin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Voxin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Voxin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Voxin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Voxin on the Liver?
Voxin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Voxin on the Heart?
You can take Voxin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Voxin 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 Voxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Voxin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Voxin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Voxin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Voxin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Voxin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Voxin
When consumed with certain foods, Voxin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Voxin
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Voxin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399
