Forixone 125mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.

Forixone 125mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Forixone Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Forixone Injection

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Forixone 125mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Forixone Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Forixone

Diarrhea
Abnormal liver function tests
Rash

How to use Forixone Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Forixone 125mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Forixone 125mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Forixone 125mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Forixone 125mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Forixone 125mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Forixone 125mg Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Forixone 125mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Forixone 125mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment of Forixone 125mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Forixone Injection?

If you miss a dose of Forixone 125mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Forixone 125mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Forixone 125mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

FAQs

Q. Is Forixone 125mg Injection safe?

Forixone 125mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. How long does Forixone 125mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Forixone 125mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Q. Who should not take Forixone 125mg Injection?

Forixone 125mg Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Forixone 125mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Forixone 125mg Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Forixone 125mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Q. For how long does Forixone 125mg Injection stay in the body?

Usually, Forixone 125mg Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.

Q. Is Forixone 125mg Injection effective?

Forixone 125mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Forixone 125mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How is Forixone 125mg Injection administered?

Forixone 125mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Forixone 125mg Injection.

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