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Oxidox Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. It helps protects the cells from damage, boosts immunity and promotes the growth and development of body tissues, and prevents various diseases of the heart and abnormal cholesterol levels. Common side effects include nausea, stomach upset, and headache.

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About Oxidox Softgel Capsule

Oxidox Softgel Capsule belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. It could lead to various health problems, including defective bone growth, anaemia, skin disorders, digestive issues, nerve disorders, and dementia (memory loss).

Oxidox Softgel Capsule contains Betacarotene, Zinc sulfate, Selenium dioxide, Copper, and Manganese. Betacarotene is an antioxidant that protects the cells from damage. Zinc sulfate is a mineral that boosts immunity and promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Selenium dioxide is a mineral that prevents various diseases of the heart and abnormal cholesterol levels. Manganese and Copper are the essential trace minerals that act as excellent sources for maintaining joint and bone health. They prevent cell damage due to free radicals. They are also involved in tissue growth.

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Oxidox Softgel Capsule is likely safe to consume. Sometimes, it may cause common side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and headache. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Oxidox Softgel Capsule or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Please tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) and kidney dysfunction since selenium and zinc are primarily excreted in the urine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Oxidox Softgel Capsule . It is unknown if Oxidox Softgel Capsule affects your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor. Please consult your doctor before giving Oxidox Softgel Capsule to your child.

Uses of Oxidox Softgel Capsule

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Oxidox Softgel Capsule treats nutritional deficiencies and is composed of Betacarotene, Zinc sulfate, Selenium dioxide, Copper, and Manganese. Betacarotene is an antioxidant that protects the cells from damage. It is converted into Vitamin A that is beneficial for vision and eye health, a strong immune system, and healthy skin and mucous membranes. Zinc sulfate is a mineral that boosts immunity and promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Selenium dioxide is a mineral that prevents various diseases of the heart and blood vessels like stroke, complications from statin drugs, and abnormal cholesterol levels. Manganese and Copper are the essential trace minerals that act as excellent sources for maintaining joint and bone health. They prevent cell damage due to free radicals. They are also involved in tissue growth. Together, Oxidox Softgel Capsule helps treat nutritional deficiencies.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Oxidox Softgel Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components. Please inform your doctor beforehand if you have malabsorption syndrome or kidney disease. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Oxidox Softgel Capsule . It is unknown if Oxidox Softgel Capsule affects your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor. Please consult your doctor before giving Oxidox Softgel Capsule to your child.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Oxidox Softgel Capsule may interact with Vitamin B forms (Niacin), arthritis drugs (Penicillamine), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, minocycline, doxycycline), sedation medicines (barbiturates), anticoagulants (warfarin), and birth control pills.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Oxidox Softgel Capsule is to be cautiously used with medical advice if you have malabsorption syndrome and kidney diseases.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NIACIN
  • PENICILLAMINE
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • MINOCYCLINE
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy and well-balanced diet.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise regularly and try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Try including selenium-rich food sources like Brazil nuts, yellowfin tuna, rice, beans, whole-wheat bread, dairy products, ham, chicken, turkey, beef, eggs, pork, baked beans, mushrooms, oatmeal, and spinach.
  • Include zinc-rich sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know if you are using any blood-clotting medication since selenium in Oxidox Softgel Capsule slows the process of blood clotting along with other anti-clotting medicines.
  • Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Oxidox Softgel Capsule and other antibiotics.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is lesser than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Oxidox Softgel Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Oxidox Softgel Capsule should be used during pregnancy only when advised by the doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking Oxidox Softgel Capsule if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited information on how Oxidox Softgel Capsule affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Oxidox Softgel Capsule if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Safe

No interactions were found/established.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Oxidox Softgel Capsule .

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Oxidox Softgel Capsule if you have any kidney diseases since it may obstruct the excretion of selenium and zinc minerals from your body.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor before giving Oxidox Softgel Capsule to children. Your doctor will decide if Oxidox Softgel Capsule can be given to your child or not.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

KLM LABORATORIES PVT LTD, 1004, Hubtown Viva, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai-400060, Maharashtra, India.
Other Info - OXI0219

FAQs

Oxidox Softgel Capsule belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Oxidox Softgel Capsule is a dietary supplement that consists of Betacarotene, Zinc sulfate, Selenium dioxide, Copper, and Manganese. Oxidox Softgel Capsule treats nutritional deficiency and prevents various diseases by protecting the cells against free radicals or toxins in the body due to pollution, smoking, ultra-violet rays, etc.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) since it may be hard to absorb minerals like selenium and zinc. Your doctor may suggest alternate treatments in such a case.
Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Oxidox Softgel Capsule and other antibiotics.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
Oxidox Softgel Capsule contains Betacarotene, Copper, Manganese, Selenium Dioxide and Zinc Sulfate.

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