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Prescribed to treat patients with bacterial infections, what does Oxil contain? How does the drug work and who should it be used for? Knowing the information makes the process more effective.
1. What are the uses of Opxil?
Prepared as an easy-to-take powder, Opxil is indicated in the following cases:
Respiratory tract infections: acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis with superinfection. Ear, nose and throat infections: otitis media, mastoiditis, sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis. Inflammation of the urinary tract: cystitis , prostatitis. Prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections. Obstetric and gynecological infections. Skin, soft tissue and bone infections. Gonorrhea. Prophylaxis instead of penicillin for patients with heart disease requiring dental treatment. Currently, Opxil is available in 125, 250 and 500 mg strengths. Depending on the subject, the patient is prescribed different doses.
2. Dosage and how to use Oxil
Oxil is usually taken orally, so it should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably about 1 hour before eating.Adults & children > 12 years old 500 mg x 3 times/day. Children 5 - 12 years old 250 mg x 3 times / day. Children 1 - 4 years old 125 mg x 3 times / day. Children < 1 year old 62.5 - 125 mg x 2 times/day. Oxil should be used in the correct dose, do not arbitrarily add or reduce the dose. Because this causes a lot of negative effects on health.
In case of missed dose:
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take twice the prescribed dose.
In case of overdose:
Monitor the body's reaction after overdose, if there are any abnormal signs, the patient should contact a doctor to discuss for appropriate indications.
3. Notes when using Oxil
In order to use the drug effectively, a few notes that users should consider:
3.1 Contraindications when using Oxil The patient is allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics. Hypersensitivity to cephalexin or to any of the ingredients in the formulation. Cephalosporins should not be used in patients with a history of penicillin-induced anaphylaxis or other severe IgE immune globulin-mediated reactions. Pregnant and lactating women should not take the drug, unless directed by a medical professional. 3.2 Precautions for the use of Opxil Before treatment with Opxil, it is important to find out if the patient has ever had a hypersensitivity reaction to cephalosporin antibiotics, penicillins or other drugs. Patients with a history of allergy should use caution when taking the drug. Long-term use may lead to overgrowth of microorganisms that are not sensitive to the drug. Patients should be carefully monitored. If superinfection occurs during treatment, appropriate measures should be taken. People with impaired renal function need to be careful when using the drug. Currently, Oxil is sold in many pharmacies, drug stores and hospitals. However, the use of Oxil should have a medical examination and prescription from a doctor. When Oxil is used for the right purpose, the dose will bring a positive therapeutic effect to the patient.
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