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Medoxone is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Medoxone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Medoxone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Medoxone have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Medoxone 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.
It is also important to note that Medoxone has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Medoxone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medoxone related warnings section.
Medoxone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Medoxone contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Medoxone with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Medoxone is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Medoxone 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Medoxone safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Medoxone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Medoxone safe during breastfeeding?
Medoxone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medoxone on the Kidneys?
Medoxone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medoxone on the Liver?
Medoxone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Medoxone on the Heart?
You can take Medoxone without any fear of damage to the heart.
Medoxone 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 Medoxone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medoxone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Medoxone has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medoxone, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medoxone can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Medoxone only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Medoxone for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medoxone
It is safe to take Medoxone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medoxone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medoxone with alcohol will be.
Yes, Medoxone can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Medoxone works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Medoxone is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Discontinuing Medoxone in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Medoxone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311