Loxazin Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loxazin Tablet Information

Loxazin Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Loxazin Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Loxazin Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Loxazin Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Loxazin Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loxazin Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Loxazin Tablet related warnings talks about Loxazin Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Loxazin Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Loxazin Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Loxazin Tablet 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 Loxazin Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Loxazin Benefits & Uses
Loxazin Dosage & How to Take
Loxazin Side Effects
Loxazin Related Warnings
Loxazin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Loxazin
Loxazin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Loxazin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loxazin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections
Bronchitis
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Loxazin Tablet 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Loxazin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loxazin Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Loxazin may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Loxazin, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Loxazin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Loxazin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Loxazin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Loxazin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Loxazin Tablet on the Liver?

Loxazin is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Loxazin Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Loxazin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Loxazin Tablet Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Loxazin Tablet

Is this Loxazin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Loxazin Tablet.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Loxazin Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Loxazin Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Loxazin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loxazin Tablet

Taking Loxazin Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxazin Tablet

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Loxazin Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Loxazin on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Loxazin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Loxazin a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Loxazin is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Loxazin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Loxazin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Loxazin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Loxazin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Loxazin is a brand name of levofloxacin. 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Loxazin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Loxazin should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.