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Medoxone 250 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Medoxone 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Medoxone 250 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Medoxone 250 Mg Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. The section on Medoxone 250 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Medoxone 250 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Medoxone 250 Mg Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Medoxone 250 Mg Injection 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 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Medoxone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Medoxone has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Medoxone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Medoxone is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
You can take Medoxone without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medoxone 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medoxone 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Medoxone 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medoxone 250 Mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medoxone 250 Mg Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Medoxone 250 Mg Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Medoxone 250 Mg Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medoxone 250 Mg Injection
It is safe to take Medoxone 250 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medoxone 250 Mg Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medoxone 250 Mg Injection 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