


Piloxin 500mg Injection
Written By Dr. Subita Alagh, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 11 Aug 2026 | 01:02 AM (IST)
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General Information



Product introduction
Piloxin 500mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Some people may have nausea, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects 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 that 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 or liver problems while taking this medicine.
Uses of Piloxin Injection
Benefits of Piloxin Injection
Piloxin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. 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 Piloxin Injection
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Piloxin Injection
How Piloxin Injection works
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Piloxin 500mg Injection 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 Piloxin 500mg Injection 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.
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