Fedradox Injection belongs to a class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines. It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Fedradox Injectionare as follows:<ul><li>Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Fedradox Injection helps treat UTIs caused by susceptible bacterial strains.</li><li>Intestinal infections: Fedradox Injection treats bacterial infections in the gastrointestinal tract, such as enteritis and traveler's diarrhea.</li><li>Respiratory tract infections: Fedradox Injection is indicated for conditions like pneumonia, bronchitis, and other lung infections caused by bacteria.</li><li>Treatment of skin infections: Fedradox Injection is used to treat acne, infected wounds, and other skin and soft tissue infections.</li><li>Treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Fedradox Injection treats gonorrhoea, syphilis, and other STIs.</li><li>Gum infections (periodontitis): Fedradox Injection treats periodontal infections by reducing inflammation and bacterial growth.</li><li>Eye infections: Fedradox Injection treats ocular bacterial infections such as conjunctivitis and trachoma.</li><li>Treatment and prevention of anthrax: Fedradox Injection may also be used to treat anthrax.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Fedradox Injection belongs to the class of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics which is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including gram-negative, gram-positive bacteria, anaerobes, and some parasites. It is used to treat respiratory tract infections (influenza, pneumonia), genitourinary infections (syphilis, gonorrhoea), anthrax infection, sinuses, eye, and skin infections. Besides this, it is also indicated in the tick-borne infections (typhus fever) caused by the Rickettsia group of bacteria like typhus fever. Off-label, usage includes the prevention of malaria and the treatment of acne.

FAQs

What is the use of Fedradox Injection?

Fedradox Injection belongs to a group of medications called tetracycline antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhoea, syphilis), and gum infections (periodontitis). Besides this, Fedradox Injection may also be used to treat or prevent anthrax.

How does Fedradox Injection work?

Fedradox Injection stops the growth of bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for their survival. Thereby, Fedradox Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

Can I stop taking Fedradox Injection if I feel better?

No, Fedradox Injection should not be stopped even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic medication and completing the full course is necessary; otherwise, the infection might re-appear in a more severe form and will also become difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance.

What should I avoid while taking Fedradox Injection?

If you are taking Fedradox Injection, avoid taking antacids containing aluminium, calcium or magnesium or other drugs containing these cations; oral zinc, iron salts or bismuth preparations within 2 hours of consumption of Fedradox Injection as they may affect the absorption of Fedradox Injection. Avoid taking dairy products within 2 hours of taking Fedradox Injection as they may also impair the absorption of Fedradox Injection.

Does Fedradox Injection cause teeth staining?

Use of Fedradox Injection during tooth development (last half of pregnancy, infancy, and in children below the age of 8 years) may cause permanent staining of teeth (yellow-grey-brown). So, it is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children below 8 years of age.

Does Fedradox Injection increase skin sensitivity?

Fedradox Injection may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. So, apply sunscreen while going out and wear protective clothing and sunglasses. Avoid prolonged and unnecessary exposure to sunlight.

Does Fedradox Injection affect efficacy of birth control pills?

Fedradox Injection may lower the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives such as birth control pills, rings, patches, or injections. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns, your doctor may advise regarding other forms of contraception.

Does Fedradox Injection prevent malarial infection?

Fedradox InjectionÂ does not completely prevent malaria caused by P. falciparum as Fedradox Injection is given as a prophylactic regimen (protection) whenever anyone enters a malaria-prone area.