Polyxx Information

Polyxx is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Polyxx have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Polyxx depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Polyxx as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Polyxx 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 Polyxx is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Polyxx has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Polyxx related warnings section.

Polyxx is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Polyxx have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Polyxx 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 Polyxx is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Polyxx Benefits & Uses
Polyxx Dosage & How to Take
Polyxx Side Effects
Polyxx Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Polyxx with Other Drugs
Polyxx Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Polyxx
Polyxx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Polyxx Benefits & Uses

Polyxx is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Polyxx Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12500 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12500 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12500 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12500 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Polyxx Related Warnings

Is the use of Polyxx safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Polyxx in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Polyxx safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Polyxx for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Polyxx on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Liver?

Polyxx does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Polyxx on the Heart?

Polyxx is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Polyxx with Other Drugs

Polyxx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Polyxx Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Polyxx unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Polyxx

Is this Polyxx habit forming or addictive?

Polyxx is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Polyxx. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Polyxx only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Polyxx cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Polyxx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Polyxx

Taking Polyxx with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Polyxx

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Polyxx with alcohol will be.

Unknown