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Brutaflox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Brutaflox have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Brutaflox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Brutaflox have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Brutaflox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Brutaflox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Brutaflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Brutaflox since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Brutaflox contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Brutaflox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Brutaflox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Brutaflox 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brutaflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Brutaflox safe for pregnant women?
Brutaflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Brutaflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Brutaflox safe during breastfeeding?
Brutaflox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Brutaflox on the Kidneys?
Brutaflox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Brutaflox on the Liver?
Brutaflox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Brutaflox on the Heart?
Brutaflox is rarely harmful for the heart.
Brutaflox 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 Brutaflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brutaflox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Brutaflox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Brutaflox. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Brutaflox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Brutaflox is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brutaflox
When consumed with certain foods, Brutaflox may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brutaflox
Consuming Brutaflox with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Do not take Brutaflox along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.
Yes, long-term use of Brutaflox 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Brutaflox 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 at the same time.
Brutaflox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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