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Prohox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Prohox have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Prohox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prohox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Prohox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Prohox is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Prohox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prohox related warnings section.
Prohox 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 Prohox contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Prohox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Prohox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Prohox 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 Prohox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prohox safe for pregnant women?
Prohox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Prohox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Prohox safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Prohox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Prohox on the Kidneys?
Prohox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prohox on the Liver?
Prohox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Prohox on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Prohox on the heart have been reported.
Prohox 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 Prohox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prohox habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Prohox.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Prohox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Prohox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prohox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Prohox
Taking Prohox with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prohox
Consuming Prohox with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Prohox is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
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.
Prohox 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.
Yes Prohox 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.
No, Prohox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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