Dax LA 250 mg / 250 mg Tablet (6'S)

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Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

probenecid has been used for decades for the treatment of gout. The mechanism of action of the drug is inhibition of a renal tubular transporter, thereby facilitating the excretion of the disease causative uric acid by blocking reuptake

Pharmacokinets

Adsorption of probenecid is essentially complete following oral administration. The drug is extensively metabolised by glucuronide conjugation and by oxidation of the alkyl side chains; oxidation of the aromatic ring does not occur. The half-life of probenecid in plasma 

Side Effects

Nausea

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Loss of appetite

Headache

Allergic reaction

Rash

Contra Indications

Probenecid hypersensitivity, sulfonamide hypersensitivity. ...

Anemia, aplastic anemia, G6PD deficiency, hematological disease, hemolytic anemia. ...

Geriatric, renal failure, renal impairment. ...

Acid/base imbalance, nephrolithiasis, tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) ...

Peptic ulcer disease. ...

Pregnancy.


Pregnancy Related Information

Information regarding the use of Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.


Indications

Gout. 250 mg PO twice daily for 1 week; increase to 500 mg PO twice daily to 2 g/day maximum with dosage increases of 500 mg q4weeks. ...

Prolong Penicillin Serum Levels. 500 mg PO four times daily.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease. 1 g PO with 2 g cefoxitin IM as single dose.

Gonorrhea. ...

Renal Impairment.

Interactions

Some products that may interact with this drug include: cancer chemotherapy, baricitinib, dyphylline, ketorolac, methotrexate, pyrazinamide, salicylates (such as high-dose aspirin), zidovudine, certain drugs removed from your body by the kidneys 

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg 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.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines

Expert Advice

Take it with or without food, but at the same time every day.

Do not skip any dose and finish the course as suggested by the doctor.

It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and sleepiness.

Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

Inform your doctor if you experience itching, rashes and shortness of breath while taking the medicine.


How To Use

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. Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


FAQs

Q. Can the use of Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg 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.

Q. Can I stop taking Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg Tablet as soon 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.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Dax LA 250 mg/250 mg 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.