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Amoflox D, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Other than this, Amoflox D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Amoflox D 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.
Amoflox D also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Amoflox D have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Amoflox D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Amoflox D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amoflox D has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amoflox D related warnings section.
Amoflox D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amoflox D in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Amoflox D contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Amoflox D have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Amoflox D is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amoflox D is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amoflox D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amoflox D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amoflox D. If you are pregnant, do not take Amoflox D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amoflox D safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Amoflox D may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Amoflox D should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Amoflox D on the Kidneys?
Amoflox D 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.
What is the effect of Amoflox D on the Liver?
Amoflox D can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Amoflox D on the Heart?
Use of Amoflox D may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Amoflox D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amoflox D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amoflox D habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amoflox D.
Interaction between Food and Amoflox D
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Amoflox D together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amoflox D
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amoflox D with alcohol will be.
Yes, long-term use of Amoflox D can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Amoflox D 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.
No, Amoflox D is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Amoflox D should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
It is recommended to avoid taking Amoflox D with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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