Koxi 1000mg Tablet

Here you'll find essential details about Koxi 1000mg Tablet, a Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd product containing the salt combination Ethambutol (1000mg). Key uses of this medication include Tuberculosis (TB). Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

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Salt Combination: Ethambutol (1000mg)
Brand: Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Uses: Tuberculosis (TB)

Description

Koxi 1000mg Tablet is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of medicines known as anti tuberculosis drugs
It is used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and in some cases other parts of the body
Koxi 1000mg Tablet is usually given in combination with at least one other tuberculosis medicine
It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
This medicine may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time every day
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis
This can lead to serious health complications.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
Do not double the dose as it may increase the side effects.
Some people may experience visual impairment and color blindness, as side effects of this medicine
Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood
If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar regularly
Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision, and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Koxi 1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Koxi 1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Koxi 1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Koxi 1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Koxi 1000mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Koxi 1000mg Tablet occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Koxi 1000mg 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.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Koxi 1000mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Koxi 1000mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Mycobacterial cell wall inhibitors-Ethambutol
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	1,2-Aminoalcohols

Uses of Koxi 1000mg Tablet

In Tuberculosis (TB) Koxi 1000mg Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well
It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection
Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured
Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen
Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Koxi 1000mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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