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Oxwal is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Oxwal have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oxwal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oxwal as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Oxwal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oxwal is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Oxwal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oxwal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oxwal contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Oxwal with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oxwal is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Oxwal 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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Is the use of Oxwal safe for pregnant women?
Oxwal can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Oxwal, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oxwal safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Oxwal. Immediately discontinue Oxwal if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Oxwal on the Kidneys?
Oxwal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oxwal on the Liver?
Oxwal is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Oxwal on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oxwal on the heart have been reported.
Oxwal 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 Oxwal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxwal habit forming or addictive?
Oxwal does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oxwal, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oxwal can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Oxwal only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oxwal cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Oxwal
Some foods when eaten with Oxwal can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxwal
Consumption of alcohol and Oxwal together may have severe effects on your health.
Oxwal can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Oxwal is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, you can take Oxwal for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
No, Oxwal is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Oxwal is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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