Xone-O Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called broad-spectrum antibiotic, which is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs (pneumonia), sinus (sinusitis), bladder (cystitis), ear infections, etc. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Xone-O Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu. Using antibiotics when it isn't required can make it not work (develop antibiotic resistance) for future contaminations.

Xone-O Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription and repair of the DNA. Cefpodoxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering (cell wall), which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, it kills the bacteria (bactericidal) and helps treat and prevent the spread of bacterial infections. Together, Xone-O Tablet 10's helps in treating bacterial infections.

Take Xone-O Tablet 10's with or without food. The dose and duration of Xone-O Tablet 10's can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as Xone-O Tablet 10's contains antibiotics, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will , in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, pain in the lower legs, neck pain, stomach pain and headache. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Xone-O Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Xone-O Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Xone-O Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Xone-O Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness. Xone-O Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children.

Xone-O Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics, which iare used to treat bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, sexually transmitted infections, soft tissue infection, ear and eye infections. Xone-O Tablet 10's is a combination of two antibiotic drugs, namely: Ofloxacin and Cefpodoxime. Ofloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase which is required for the replication, transcription and repair of the DNA. Cefpodoxime inhibits protein synthesis and leads to cell death, thereby kills the bacteria. Together, Xone-O Tablet 10's helps in treating bacterial infections. Xone-O Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

• Dizziness
• Pain in lower legs
• Loss of appetite
• Neck pain
• Headache
• Stomach Pain

Do not take Xone-O Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not take Xone-O Tablet 10's if you have epilepsy or kidney problems. Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Xone-O Tablet 10's and antacid, vitamin and mineral medicines. Consult your doctor before taking Xone-O Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Xone-O Tablet 10's as it causes increased dizziness. Xone-O Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Xone-O Tablet 10's may have interaction with vitamin supplements (calcium/vitamin D), diuretic medication (furosemide), Pin killer (aspirin), and bronchodilators (albuterol).

Drug-Food Interactions:  Avoid intake of milk and dairy products.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Xone-O Tablet 10's may interact with tendonitis (inflammation in tendons), epilepsy, kidney, and liver problems.

• ASPIRIN
• FUROSEMIDE
• ALBUTEROL

• Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
• Avoid usage of tobacco.
• Avoid the intake of dairy products.

• Xone-O Tablet 10's may affect coagulation test or prothrombin time (time is taken for blood clotting), liver function tests and serum tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Xone-O Tablet 10's.
•  Diabetes patients who take blood tests should inform their doctor about your use of Xone-O Tablet 10's.
• May cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication unless your doctor tells you to.
• Xone-O Tablet 10's contains ofloxacin which might produce false-positive urine screening results for opiates. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Xone-O Tablet 10's.

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.