Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets Description
Forecox tablets are medications that are used to treat and prevent tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculi that primarily affects the lungs. Tuberculosis
can also affect the kidneys, the brain, the spine, and the bone marrow. Forecox tablets tablet is effective against treating bacterial infections caused by tubercular bacilli. The organism that causes tuberculosis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is killed by Forecox tablets (tuberculosis). Take a Forecox tablet 30 minutes before or after a meal. Allow an hour between taking Forecox and any antacid medicines. Due to the food interactions of Forecox tablet, avoid food containing thymine and histamine such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer. Some of the side effects of the Forecox tablet include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, weakness, muscle soreness, heartburn, diarrhoea, gas, and numbness or tingling sensation. Forecox tablets can impact liver enzymes if used for a long duration. As a result, a regular liver function test (LFT) is necessary. Consult the doctor before taking this tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹87.96 |
You Save | ₹11.99 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Pyrazinamide(750.0 Mg) + Isoniazid(150.0 Mg) + Ethambutol(400.0 Mg) + Rifampicin(225.0 Mg) |
Uses | Tuberculosis |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, rashes, fever, dark-urine, jaundice, and visual impairment. |
Therapy | ANTI-TUBERCULAR |
Uses of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
- According To CDSCO Forecox 450 mg is used in
- Treating Tuberculosis (TB)
Contraindications of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the Forecox tablets
- If you have jaundice, a Forecox tablet is unsafe for you.
- If you are on dialysis, and optic neuritis Forecox tablets are contraindicated
- If you are detected with HIV and on HIV medications, do not use Forecox tablets tablet (saquinavir or ritonavir)
- If you have epilepsy, gout, malnutrition, please tell your doctor before starting Forecox tablets
- If you have diabetes, kidney problems, or peripheral neuropathy avoid taking Forecox tablets
Side effects of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Malaise (feeling of discomfort)
- Fatigue
- Vision problems
- Watery eyes
- Excess salivation
- Dark-coloured urine
Precautions and Warnings of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You must not miss a dose, as bacteria can become resistant to the treatment
- You must not use this medication in children, as Forecox tablets are not for paediatric use
- Your doctor may suggest liver tests to see while taking the Forecox tablet
- Your blood tests, such as folate, vitamin B12, and liver function, may be affected by taking the Forecox tablets
- Your doctor may prescribe Vitamin B6 supplements to prevent vitamin B6 deficiency
- You must use a reliable contraceptive technique to avoid pregnancy as Forecox may make hormonal contraceptives pill less effective
- You must complete the course, even if you feel better
Mode of Action of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
- For the dosage and duration of Forecox 450 mg, follow the doctor's instructions list. Double-check the label before usage
- Take a Forecox tablet half an hour before or two hours after eating. Avoid foods high in tyramine, such as cheese, smoked fish, meats, and some types of alcohol, when taking Forecox pills
- Forecox tablets should not be chewed or crushed. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
- To get the most out of this pill, take it at the same time every day
- The dose and duration of the Forecox tablets pill may vary depending on the severity of the infection
Interactions of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- When taking a Forecox tablet with antacids, the Forecox tablet's effectiveness may be diminished. Allow for a one-hour gap between the two
- Beta-blockers, such as propranolol, which interacts with the Forecox pill, might induce metabolic problems
- Warfarin (anticoagulants) can interact with Rifampin via enhancing clearance
- Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medicine with Forecox tablets that can cause significant toxicity
- Calcium channel blockers, such as Diltiazem, can cause Forecox pills to have a severe inhibitory effect
- Atorvastatin, increases the metabolism of forecox tablets
Interactions with food items
- Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer, while taking Forecox tablets, since they may cause an interaction....
Storage and disposal of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
Dosage of Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Are Forecox tablets safe for people who have kidney disease?
Q: Do Forecox tablets stain my lens?
Q: Does the liver get affected with Forecox tablets?
References
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