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Emflox 400mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP85.00

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Norfloxacin(400.0 Mg)
Uses
Bacterial infection
Therapy
Antibiotic
Side effects
Headache, dizziness, nausea, stomach cramps
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Medical Description

Emflox Tablet is an antibiotic and contains norfloxacin as an active component. It works against bacteria. Have plenty of water when taking this medicine. This medicine should be taken in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. You should always complete the entire course of the antibiotic treatment otherwise, it may lead to treatment failure. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history especially, if you have a history of myasthenia gravis or tendon injury or fits. It is not recommended in patients below 18 years of age as their safety and efficacy have not been established.

Uses

  • To treat urinary tract infections.
  • To treat gonococcal infections.
  • To treat bacterial infections.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to this medicine or any other ingredients of this medicine or similar medicines such as ofloxacin, ciprofloxacin.
  • If you had or have ruptured tendons or inflammation in tendons. Tendons are tissue that attaches your muscles to your bones.

Side effects

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Stomach cramps

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

There is limited information about the use of the Emflox Tablet during human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

It passes into the breastmilk in very small amounts which probably will have minimal effect on the breastfed baby. If you are prescribed medicine while you are breastfeeding watch out for the symptoms of diarrhoea and fungal infection in the breastfed baby.

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Driving

This medicine does not affect your ability to drive or to use machinery. However, if you experience side effects like dizziness, you should avoid driving or using machines.

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Alcohol

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol along with this medicine. So it is important to consult your physician if you drink too often. However, it is advised to avoid drinking when you are taking any antibiotic medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have any history of tendon injury or disorders.
  • You have any pre-existing medical condition like liver or kidney problem, muscle weakness, myasthenia gravis, heart disease, fits, etc.
  • You experience pain, bruising and weakness of arms, shoulders or any joint, then discontinue the medicine immediately, rest that joint and seek immediate medical help.
  • You experience tingling, burning, numbness.
  • You experience rash, facial swelling, itching after taking the medicine.
  • You experience restlessness, confusion and hallucinations after receiving treatment with the Emflox Tablet, seek medical help.
  • You should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight as it can give reactions like burning and blisters.
  • You are having episodes of watery and bloody diarrhoea, black tarry stools with fever and stomach ache.
  • You experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fever, yellowing of the skin and eyes.
  • It is advised to consume a plenty amount of water.

Directions for Use

  • Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water at least one hour before or two hours after meals.
  • Consume an ample amount of water when you are taking this medicine.
  • Take it as instructed by your doctor.

Storage and disposal

  • Store it below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
  • Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
  • You should not use this medicine after the expiry date.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your dose of antibiotics as it may lead to treatment failure. If you missed having any dose of this medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Norfloxacin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of the genetic material of bacteria. Thus, various substances essential for the reproduction or survival of bacteria cannot be produced by it. This affects their multiplication and they are ultimately killed.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Certain medicines can interfere with the action of the Emflox Tablet if taken at the same time.
  • Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder.
  • In particular, if you are taking medicines for heart-related disorders like digoxin, brain disorders such as clozapine, blood thinners like warfarin, antidiabetic medicines, respiratory problems like theophylline, muscle relaxant like tizanidine, etc.
  • Nitrofurantoin a medicine used to treat UTIs may alter the effects of norfloxacin if used along.
  • Multivitamins (containing iron & zinc), antacids, sucralfate and didanosine should not be consumed together with this medicine. These medicines should be taken either 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking this tablet.
  • Concomitant use of this medicine along with corticosteroids taken by mouth or by injection may increase the chance of tendon injury.
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, this medicine is an antibiotic and antibiotics need to be taken for the complete course as prescribed by your doctor. Though you will be feeling better, some bacteria will still be alive, this can lead to these bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics and infection may come back.

No, this medicine is a higher antibiotic and reserved for severe infections. This medicine should be taken only if your doctor considers it essential for you. Also, this medicine is not meant for viral infections.

Emflox Tablet are used for treating urinary tract infections. It is not recommended to be used for any other infection unless prescribed a doctor.

If you are on a medicine called glyburide, there are chances of a decrease in blood glucose levels with the Emflox Tablet. Hence, you should always consult your doctor before using this medicine in diabetic patients.

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Fulfillment Information: Emflox 400 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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