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Unomox 400mg Tablet


Product introduction

Unomox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Unomox 400mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Unomox Tablet

  • Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Unomox Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Unomox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Unomox 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 Unomox

  • Eye discomfort
  • Dry eye
  • Burning sensation in eye

How to use Unomox 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. Unomox 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Unomox 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Unomox 400mg 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Unomox 400mg 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
Unomox 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Unomox 400mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy or light-headed, you may experience a sudden, transient loss of vision, or you may faint for a short period. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unomox 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Unomox 400mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Unomox 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Unomox 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Unomox 400mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Unomox 400mg Tablet for the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
  • Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the medication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Plot No. 29-33, Ancillary Industrial Plots, Govandi, Mumbai - 400 043.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Unomox 400mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

MRP
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