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Olox (Thrift), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Olox (Thrift) have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olox (Thrift). 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, Olox (Thrift) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Olox (Thrift) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Olox (Thrift)'s effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olox (Thrift) related warnings talks about Olox (Thrift)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olox (Thrift) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olox (Thrift) in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olox (Thrift) contraindications section.
Besides this, Olox (Thrift) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Olox (Thrift), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olox (Thrift) 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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Is the use of Olox (Thrift) safe for pregnant women?
Olox (Thrift) can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olox (Thrift) right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Olox (Thrift) safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Olox (Thrift). If you see any side effects, stop taking Olox (Thrift) immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Olox (Thrift) again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olox (Thrift) on the Kidneys?
Olox (Thrift) rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olox (Thrift) on the Liver?
Olox (Thrift) has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Olox (Thrift) on the Heart?
Olox (Thrift) has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olox (Thrift) 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 Olox (Thrift) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olox (Thrift) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olox (Thrift) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olox (Thrift) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Olox (Thrift) is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olox (Thrift) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olox (Thrift)
Some foods when eaten with Olox (Thrift) can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olox (Thrift)
Taking alcohol with Olox (Thrift) can be dangerous.
Yes, long-term use of Olox (Thrift) can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Take Olox (Thrift) if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes Olox (Thrift) 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.
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.
Olox (Thrift) 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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