Xylistin Information

Xylistin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xylistin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xylistin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Xylistin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Xylistin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Xylistin related warnings talks about Xylistin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Xylistin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xylistin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Xylistin with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xylistin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Xylistin Benefits & Uses

Xylistin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Xylistin 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

Xylistin Related Warnings

Is the use of Xylistin safe for pregnant women?

Xylistin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Xylistin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Xylistin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Xylistin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Xylistin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Xylistin on the Kidneys?

Xylistin 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 Xylistin on the Liver?

Xylistin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Xylistin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Xylistin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xylistin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Xylistin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Calcium Deficiency
Allergy
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Xylistin

Is this Xylistin habit forming or addictive?

Xylistin does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Xylistin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Xylistin only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Xylistin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xylistin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Xylistin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylistin

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

Unknown