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Anaflox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Anaflox have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Anaflox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Anaflox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Anaflox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Anaflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Anaflox related warnings talks about Anaflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Anaflox 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 Anaflox contraindications section.
Besides this, Anaflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Anaflox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Anaflox 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 Anaflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Anaflox safe for pregnant women?
Anaflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Anaflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Anaflox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Anaflox. Immediately discontinue Anaflox 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 Anaflox on the Kidneys?
Anaflox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anaflox on the Liver?
Anaflox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Anaflox on the Heart?
Side effects of Anaflox rarely affect the heart.
Anaflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anaflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anaflox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anaflox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Anaflox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Anaflox can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Anaflox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Anaflox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anaflox
Anaflox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anaflox
Taking alcohol with Anaflox can be dangerous.
Yes Anaflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Do not take Anaflox 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.
No, Anaflox does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Anaflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Anaflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Anaflox 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.
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