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Floxid (Nicholas) is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Floxid (Nicholas) have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Floxid (Nicholas). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Floxid (Nicholas) have been listed ahead. These side effects of Floxid (Nicholas) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Floxid (Nicholas) is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Floxid (Nicholas) related warnings talks about Floxid (Nicholas)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Floxid (Nicholas) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Floxid (Nicholas) in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floxid (Nicholas) contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Floxid (Nicholas) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxid (Nicholas) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxid (Nicholas) 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 Floxid (Nicholas) safe for pregnant women?
Floxid (Nicholas) may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Floxid (Nicholas), and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Floxid (Nicholas) safe during breastfeeding?
Floxid (Nicholas) may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Floxid (Nicholas), discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Floxid (Nicholas).
What is the effect of Floxid (Nicholas) on the Kidneys?
Floxid (Nicholas) has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxid (Nicholas) on the Liver?
Floxid (Nicholas) has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Floxid (Nicholas) on the Heart?
Floxid (Nicholas) is rarely harmful for the heart.
Floxid (Nicholas) 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 Floxid (Nicholas) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxid (Nicholas) habit forming or addictive?
Floxid (Nicholas) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Floxid (Nicholas) can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Floxid (Nicholas) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Floxid (Nicholas) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Floxid (Nicholas)
Floxid (Nicholas) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxid (Nicholas)
Consuming Floxid (Nicholas) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, long-term use of Floxid (Nicholas) 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.
Floxid (Nicholas) is a prescription drug, hence do not take Floxid (Nicholas) without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Floxid (Nicholas) is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
It is recommended to avoid taking Floxid (Nicholas) 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.
Yes, Floxid (Nicholas) 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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