Paxum 5 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Paxum 5 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Paxum 5 Mg Injection 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: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 2 - 5 mg, 4, for moderate anxiety, repeat every 4 hours if needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 5 - 10 mg, repeat every 4 hours if needed
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 1 - 2 mg, repeat every 4 hours if needed
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 1 - 2 mg, repeat every 4 hours if needed
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 5 - 10 mg, may be repeated in 2 - 4 hours if needed

Paxum 5 Mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Paxum 5 Mg Injection is used -

Severe

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Bone Fracture

Moderate

Memory problems
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Drowsiness
Headache
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Irritability
Diarrhoea
Vertigo
Cough

Paxum 5 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Paxum 5 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Paxum. It is best to stop taking Paxum immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Paxum 5 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Paxum may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Paxum should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Paxum 5 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Paxum rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Paxum 5 Mg Injection on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Paxum on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Paxum 5 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Paxum has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Paxum 5 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Paxum 5 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfentanil

Fluvoxamine

Flumazenil

Fentanyl

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Moderate

Isoniazid

Ketoconazole

Disulfiram

Fluoxetine

Caffeine

Cetirizine

Haloperidol

Esomeprazole

Erythromycin

Dicyclomine

Digoxin

Paxum 5 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paxum 5 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Dementia
Asthma
Depression
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Paxum 5 Mg Injection

Is this Paxum 5 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Paxum 5 Mg Injection. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Paxum 5 Mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Paxum 5 Mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Paxum 5 Mg Injection can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Paxum 5 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paxum 5 Mg Injection

It is safe to take Paxum 5 Mg Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Paxum 5 Mg Injection

Taking Paxum 5 Mg Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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