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Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml related warnings talks about Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml safe for pregnant women?
Amoflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amoflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Amoflox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml on the Kidneys?
Amoflox rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml on the Liver?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml on the Heart?
Amoflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml
Some foods when eaten with Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml
Taking Amoflox Eye Drop 5ml with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Amoflox 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Amoflox with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Amoflox can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Amoflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amoflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, long-term use of Amoflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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