Punox 600 Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of urinary tract infections. It is also used in treating infections of the nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Punox 600 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

You may have an allergic reaction, altered liver function tests, stomach pain and nausea as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also 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.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, shortness of breath or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Punox Tablet

Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Benefits of Punox Tablet

In Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Punox 600 Tablet works by stopping the growth of the bacteria in the urine that cause urinary tract infections. It regulates frequent urge to pass urine as well as prevents uncontrolled passing of urine. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Punox 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 Punox

Epigastric pain

How to use Punox 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. Punox 600 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Punox 600 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Punox Tablet works

Punox 600 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Punox 600 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Punox 600 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

Punox 600 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

Punox 600 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Punox 600 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Punox 600 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Punox Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Punox 600 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Punox 600 Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Punox 600 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Prostrate check up Urinary tract infections

Dr.

Gastroenterology

Needs antibiotics Meet a urologist

She has alway Urinary tract infections, and bed wetting problem. How to control over it.

Dr. Ravi Shankar M.

Ayurveda

Syrup Cystone 10 ml twice a day after food for 2 months. Training to avoid bed wetting to be given

Having urine infection since about a month. Took several antibiotics after consultation with doctor but they all show effect only for starting 2 days and then that antibiotic doesn't work. I have taken sporidex 500, zefu cv 500, norflox 400, levofloxin, cefodoxime (each taken for atleast 4-5 days). All work for starting two days then no effect and infection starts to increase. Urine culture report is attached. Kindly suggest medication since problem is increasing day by day.

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

You should consult a urologist and get a few tests done since we need to know the cause of your recurrent urinary tract infections.

User feedback

Patients taking Punox 600 Tablet

Once A Day

96%

Twice A Day

What are you using Punox Tablet for?

Bacterial inf*

91%

Others

*Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

67%

Poor

33%

What were the side-effects while using Punox 600 Tablet?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Punox Tablet?

Empty stomach

33%

With or witho*

33%

With food

33%

*With or without food

Please rate Punox 600 Tablet on price

Expensive

92%

Average

FAQs

Can the use of Punox 600 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Punox 600 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.

Can I stop taking Punox 600 Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Punox 600 Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Punox 600 Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Punox 600 Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Punox 600 Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

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