Canoxcin Oz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Canoxcin Oz Information

Canoxcin Oz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Canoxcin Oz have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Canoxcin Oz 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Canoxcin Oz include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Canoxcin Oz as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Canoxcin Oz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Canoxcin Oz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Canoxcin Oz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Canoxcin Oz related warnings section.

Canoxcin Oz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Stomach Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Canoxcin Oz have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Canoxcin Oz may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Canoxcin Oz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Canoxcin Oz Benefits & Uses
Canoxcin Oz Dosage & How to Take
Canoxcin Oz Side Effects
Canoxcin Oz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Canoxcin Oz with Other Drugs
Canoxcin Oz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Canoxcin Oz
Canoxcin Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Canoxcin Oz Benefits & Uses

Canoxcin Oz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear Infection
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Amebiasis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear canal infection
Skin Infections
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)
Ringing in ears
Dysentery
Blood in Stool

Canoxcin Oz 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (100 mg), Ornidazole (250 mg)/Tablet, dose for children 8 - 12 years old
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ofloxacin (200 mg), Ornidazole (500 mg)/Tablet

Canoxcin Oz Related Warnings

Is the use of Canoxcin Oz safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Canoxcin Oz safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Canoxcin Oz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Canoxcin Oz on the Kidneys?

Canoxcin Oz is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Canoxcin Oz on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Canoxcin Oz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Canoxcin Oz on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Canoxcin Oz. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Canoxcin Oz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Escitalopram

Warfarin

Quinidine

Moderate

Aspirin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Vecuronium

Canoxcin Oz Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Stomach Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Canoxcin Oz

Is this Canoxcin Oz habit forming or addictive?

Canoxcin Oz does not cause addiction.

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

Canoxcin Oz will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Canoxcin Oz only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Canoxcin Oz in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Canoxcin Oz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Canoxcin Oz

You can take Canoxcin Oz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Canoxcin Oz

Taking alcohol with Canoxcin Oz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Canoxcin Oz

Question about 5 years ago

Does Canoxcin Oz contain penicillin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Canoxcin Oz 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Canoxcin Oz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Canoxcin Oz is a prescription drug, hence do not take Canoxcin Oz without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Canoxcin Oz?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Canoxcin Oz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Canoxcin Oz works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Canoxcin Oz 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 over 5 years ago

How to use Canoxcin Oz?

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

Canoxcin Oz 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.