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Forenza-LX Tablet


Introduction of Forenza-LX Tablet

Forenza-LX Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.

Forenza-LX Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Forenza-LX Tablet1 and Forenza-LX Tablet2.

Uses of Forenza-LX Tablet

Benefits of Forenza-LX Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Forenza-LX Tablet is a medicine that helps to kill the bacteria that cause different infections and treats your infection. It usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Forenza-LX 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 Forenza-LX

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Forenza-LX 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. Forenza-LX Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Forenza-LX Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Forenza-LX Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Forenza-LX Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Forenza-LX Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Forenza-LX Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Forenza-LX Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Forenza-LX Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, stop the medicine and inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

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Quick tips

Forenza-LX Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Forenza-LX 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 to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • 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.
  • Discontinue Forenza-LX Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Having blocked and running nose with cough, we have given lx junior 2.5 ml
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Diagnosis can not be done without clinical examination. Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
Hello Dr., Pls help me the difference in ambrodil lx and s+. Which one is helpful to my daughter 3.5 yrs old. One dr. Suggested lx and other one s+. Pls provide me the dosage also. Regards, Prajeesh
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
hello, both are nearly same effect. You can use either of the two safely for your child. Give 4 ml thrice daily for 4 days.
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FAQs

Forenza-LX Tablet

What if I don't get better after using Forenza-LX Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Forenza-LX Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Forenza-LX Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I miss my dose?

Take Forenza-LX Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Can the use of Forenza-LX Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Forenza-LX Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

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References

  1. DailyMed. Cefpodoxime Proxetil. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Levofloxacin. Puerto Rico: Janssen Ortho LLC; 1996 [revised Sep. 2008]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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