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Yoodh, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Yoodh has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Yoodh. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Yoodh are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Yoodh have been listed ahead. These side effects of Yoodh 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, Yoodh's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Yoodh related warnings talks about Yoodh's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Yoodh is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stomach Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Yoodh contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Yoodh may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Yoodh, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Yoodh is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Yoodh is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Yoodh safe for pregnant women?
Yoodh can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Yoodh, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Yoodh safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Yoodh. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Yoodh on the Kidneys?
Yoodh is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Yoodh on the Liver?
Yoodh may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Yoodh on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Yoodh. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Yoodh should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Yoodh unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Yoodh habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Yoodh has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Yoodh since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yoodh should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Yoodh cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Yoodh
Taking Yoodh with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Yoodh
Taking alcohol with Yoodh can be dangerous.
Yes, Yoodh 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.
Yoodh 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.
Yes Yoodh 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.
Yoodh 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.
Take Yoodh as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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