Newdoxime 100 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and skin. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Newdoxime 100 Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Newdoxime Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Newdoxime Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Newdoxime 100 Tablet kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. 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, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Newdoxime Tablet

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 Newdoxime

Rash
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Newdoxime Tablet

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. Newdoxime 100 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Newdoxime 100 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Newdoxime 100 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Newdoxime 100 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Newdoxime 100 Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Newdoxime 100 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Newdoxime 100 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Newdoxime 100 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Newdoxime 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Newdoxime 100 Tablet is recommended.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Newdoxime 100 Tablet 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 Newdoxime 100 Tablet 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

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Dermatology

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FAQs

Is Newdoxime 100 Tablet safe to use?

Newdoxime 100 Tablet is safe to use at the prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Can the use of Newdoxime 100 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Newdoxime 100 Tablet can cause diarrhea. Newdoxime 100 Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Is Newdoxime 100 Tablet an antibiotic?

Yes, Newdoxime 100 Tablet is an antibiotic, it belongs to a group of antibiotics known as cephalosporins.

Can Newdoxime 100 Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Newdoxime 100 Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. However, taking mild laxatives may provide relief if you feel constipated. Also, take a fiber-rich diet including fresh fruits, vegetables, whole wheat grains and avoid taking oily and spicy food as it will only worsen your condition. If your constipation gets worse, please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Newdoxime 100 Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Newdoxime 100 Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.

How long does Newdoxime 100 Tablet take to work?

Usually, Newdoxime 100 Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Newdoxime 100 Tablet?

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.

Can Newdoxime 100 Tablet treat UTI?

Yes, Newdoxime 100 Tablet may be used to treat UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). Studies suggest that it has better tolerance and helps to treat symptoms of UTI such as foul smelling urine, frequent urination, vaginal irritation, vaginal discharge, stomach pain, etc., effectively. However, not everyone may be prescribed Newdoxime 100 Tablet. It is advisable to take it only if prescribed by a doctor.

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