In Treatment of Bacterial infections Afoxin 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afoxin 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Afoxin 200mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Afoxin 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Afoxin 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Afoxin 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Afoxin 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Afoxin 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Afoxin 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Afoxin 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Afoxin 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Can the use of Afoxin 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Afoxin 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.| Can I stop taking Afoxin 200mg Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Afoxin 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| Can the use of Afoxin 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage? ::: Yes, use of Afoxin 200mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Afoxin 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Afoxin 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.