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Floxip Infusion, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Floxip Infusion has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Floxip Infusion depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Floxip Infusion can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Floxip Infusion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Floxip Infusion has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Floxip Infusion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Floxip Infusion related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Floxip Infusion since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Floxip Infusion have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Floxip Infusion have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxip Infusion is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxip Infusion 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Floxip Infusion safe for pregnant women?
Floxip can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Floxip right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Floxip Infusion safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Floxip. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Floxip Infusion on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Floxip on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Floxip Infusion on the Liver?
Floxip has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Floxip Infusion on the Heart?
Side effects of Floxip rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxip Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxip Infusion habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Floxip Infusion cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Floxip Infusion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Floxip Infusion should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Floxip Infusion for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Floxip Infusion
Using Floxip Infusion with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxip Infusion
Taking alcohol with Floxip Infusion can be dangerous.
Floxip is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Yes, you can take Floxip for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Floxip. Please consult your doctor before taking Floxip for the above-mentioned infection.
It is recommended to avoid taking Floxip with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Floxip can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Floxip used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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