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Louixim is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Louixim have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Louixim depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Louixim is used to treat the following -
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 Louixim safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Louixim without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Louixim safe during breastfeeding?
Louixim is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Louixim on the Kidneys?
Louixim may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Louixim on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Louixim on the liver.
What is the effect of Louixim on the Heart?
Using Louixim does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Louixim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Louixim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Louixim habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Louixim has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Louixim you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Louixim should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Louixim is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Louixim
It is safe to take Louixim with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Louixim
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Louixim.
Yes, Louixim can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Louixim along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Yes, Louixim can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
No, Louixim does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Louixim. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
The dosage of Louixim may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Take Louixim as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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