Foxcin OR

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Foxcin Or Information

Foxcin Or is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Foxcin Or has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Foxcin Or 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Foxcin Or as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Foxcin Or 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.

It is also important to note that Foxcin Or has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Foxcin Or related warnings talks about Foxcin Or's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Foxcin Or since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Foxcin Or contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Foxcin Or with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Foxcin Or is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Foxcin Or Benefits & Uses

Foxcin Or is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Foxcin Or 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: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Skin Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Typhoid Fever
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Foxcin Or Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Foxcin Or is used -

Severe

  • Allergic reaction
  • Visual impairment
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Bronchospasm
  • Hearing Loss

Moderate

Mild

Foxcin Or Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Foxcin Or safe for pregnant women?


    Foxcin OR may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Foxcin OR again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Foxcin Or safe during breastfeeding?


    Foxcin OR may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Foxcin OR, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Foxcin OR.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Foxcin Or on the Kidneys?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Foxcin Or on the Liver?


    Foxcin OR has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Foxcin Or on the Heart?


    Foxcin OR has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Foxcin Or with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Foxcin Or Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Foxcin Or

  • Is this Foxcin Or habit forming or addictive?


    Foxcin Or is not addictive in nature.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Foxcin Or as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Foxcin Or is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Foxcin Or is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Foxcin Or Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Foxcin Or


    Foxcin Or may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Foxcin Or


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Foxcin Or as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Foxcin Or

Question over 4 years ago

Does Foxcin OR contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Foxcin OR 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Foxcin OR works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Foxcin OR is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Foxcin OR with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Foxcin OR can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Foxcin OR?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Foxcin OR should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Foxcin OR on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Foxcin OR 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Floxin® (ofloxacin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ocuflox® (ofloxacin)

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