Norflox 400mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Medical Description
Norflox 400 tablets contain Norfloxacin, an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in the urinary tract, prostate, and intestines, including traveler's diarrhea. It also treats some sexually transmitted diseases. Norfloxacin works by killing bacteria.
Norflox 400 must be taken as prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will decide on the dose and duration of treatment, which will vary depending on the severity of the infection and other individual parameters. Do not stop taking this medicine if you feel better within a few days.
Common side effects of nclude Norflox 400 tablets are abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, and dizziness, which usually resolve on their own. However, consult your doctor if they persist. Norfloxacin may increase the risk of tendon problems, especially in older adults, people taking steroids, or those with transplants. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling, or inflammation. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy, and do not consume alcohol while taking Norfloxacin.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹77.27 |
You Save | ₹8.59 (10% on MRP) |
Contains | Norfloxacin(400.0 Mg) + Lactic Acid(120.0 M) |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, indigestion |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Contraindications of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to norfloxacin lactic acid bacillus or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have a known history of tendon rupture or tendinitis (develop swelling or pain in your limbs) associated with the use of norfloxacin or antimicrobial agents similar to it.
- If you have a condition of muscle weakness
- If you are known to have low immunity or ulcers or holes (perforations) in the gastrointestinal tract
Side effects of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
Precautions and Warnings of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have tendon or nerve problems
- You have a condition that causes muscle weakness
- You have problems with your heart, such as irregular heartbeats, abnormal heart rhythm, and slow heartbeat.
- You have problems with your kidney, liver or lung
- You are pregnant or are planning to have a baby
- You are breastfeeding
- You experience fits, restlessness, light-headedness, confusion and hallucinations after receiving treatment with Norflox 400 tablets.
- You have rheumatoid arthritis or a history of joint issues
- You must avoid being in the sunlight too long as this medicine may make you more sensitive to the sun.
Directions for Use of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Take Norflox 400 tablet with a glass of water without food (at least 1 hour before or at least 2 hours after a meal/a glass of milk). Swallow it whole, do not break, cut or chew the medicine
- You should take this medicine regularly and without fail as directed by your doctor. You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor
- You should have plenty of oral fluids during treatment with this medicine
Storage and disposal of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store Norflox-400 tablets in a cool and dry place, protect from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
- Do not use expired medicines and discard them properly. For expiry date, refer the packaging. If only a month is mentioned, the expiry date is the last date of the month.
Quick Tips of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Norflox 400 tablet is specifically used to treat urinary tract infections. It should not be used for any other condition unless your doctor specifies it.
- Inform your doctor about all your other medications and provide your complete medical history.
- Avoid using Norflox 400 tablet if you have conditions such as myasthenia gravis, tendinitis, tendon rupture, or peripheral neuropathy. Before starting treatment, disclose to your doctor if you have a history of any of these conditions. ...
- Do not use any antibiotic if you are unsure whether the infection is bacterial. Misuse of antibiotics can render them ineffective for future use.
- Always complete the full course of antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor to prevent the infection from returning.
- This medicine is not recommended for patients under 18 years old as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Older adults may be at risk of developing tendon disorders like tendon rupture.
Dosage of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Norflox 400 tablets work by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase. This prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying, ultimately killing the bacteria and treating infections. Norflox 400 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria....
- Lactic acid bacillus is a probiotic that restores the balance of good bacteria in the intestine, inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria, and prevents diarrhea caused by antibiotic usage.
Interactions of NORFLOX 400MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- It is not recommended to use Norflox 400 tablet in conjunction with nitrofurantoin to treat infection, as this may alter the tablet's effects.
- Concomitant use of this medicine along with NSAIDs (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, etc.) may increase the risk of having fits or seizures. Hence, it should be used with caution.
- You should be cautious when taking caffeine, Clozapine, Ropinirole, Tacrine and Tizanidine.
- Concomitant use of this medicine and theophylline may cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, restlessness, fits, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, shaking and fast heart rate.
- Concomitant use, along with blood thinners like Warfarin, Coumadin, etc., may enhance the effects of these medicines.
- Concomitant use of this medicine and corticosteroids taken by mouth or injection may increase the chance of tendon injury.
- The use of antidiabetics like Glyburide, along with this medicine, can affect your blood sugar level (rare). The doctor may ask you to monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
- Multivitamins (containing iron and zinc), antacids, sucralfate, and didanosine should not be used together with Norfloxacin.
- These medicines should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking the Norflox 400 tablet.
- Other medicines like Cyclosporine, Probenecid, Erythromycin, Hydrochlorothiazide, Indapamide and Digoxin should be used cautiously.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Norflox 400 tablet on my own?
Q: Is Norflox 400 tablet habit-forming?
Q: Can Norflox 400 be used for stomach or gut infection?
Q: What is the difference between Norflox TZ and Norflox 400 tablets?
Q: Can Norflox 400 tablets be used as a painkiller?
Q: Can I take the Norflox 400 for constipation?
Q: Will Norflox 400 treat stomach ulcers?
Q: How long does Norflox 400 take to work?
Q: Can Norflox 400 be used for urine infections?
Q: Can Norflox 400 be used for STDs like gonorrhoea?
Q: Does Norflox 400 cause constipation?
Q: Does Norflox 400 cause difficulty in breathing?
Q: Does Norflox 400 cause loss in appetite?
Q: Norflox vs Niftas, which one is better medicine for Urinary tract infection?
References
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- ScienceDirect. Norfloxacin [Internet]. [cited 2024 Dec 23].
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (2024). PubChem Compound Summary for CID 612, Lactic Acid. Retrieved December 23, 2024
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