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Zoxan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Zoxan have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Zoxan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Zoxan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zoxan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Zoxan's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Zoxan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zoxan related warnings section.
Zoxan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zoxan contraindications section.
Besides this, Zoxan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zoxan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zoxan 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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Is the use of Zoxan safe for pregnant women?
Zoxan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zoxan again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zoxan safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Zoxan. If you see any side effects, stop taking Zoxan immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Zoxan again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zoxan on the Kidneys?
Zoxan rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zoxan on the Liver?
Zoxan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Zoxan on the Heart?
Zoxan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Zoxan 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 Zoxan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zoxan habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Zoxan. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zoxan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zoxan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zoxan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zoxan
The side effects of taking Zoxan with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zoxan
Taking Zoxan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Zoxan can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Zoxan and doxylamine can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Discontinuing Zoxan on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Zoxan should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Zoxan to you.
Yes, Zoxan can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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