Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Description
Hiflox 200mg Tablets is an antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, airways, nose and ears. Hiflox 200mg Tablets contains Ofloxacin as an active ingredient. It work
s by inhibiting the growth of bacteria responsible for infections. Hiflox 200mg Tablets is used in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases. Avoid during pregnancy and in lactating mothers. It is important to inform the doctor if you have allergies related to Ofloxacin or antibiotic usage. Hiflox 200mg Tablets should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting the Hiflox 200mg Tablets .
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹46.97 |
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Contains | |
Uses | Bacterial infections |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Contraindications of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
- If you are allergic to Hiflox 200mg Tabletsacin or any other ingredients of Hiflox 200mg Tablets .
- If you are allergic to the class of medicines called Fluoroquinolone.
- If you have a history of fits (epilepsy).
- If you have problems related to the tendon (a tissue connecting muscles to bones) like inflammation and swelling of the tendons (tendonitis).
- If you are pregnant or are planning to have a baby or if you are breastfeeding.
- If your age is less than 18 years.
- If you have Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase deficiency (an inherited disorder that affects red blood cells) or a family history of this deficiency.
Side effects of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Diarrhea
- Rash
Precautions and Warnings of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
- You may experience drowsiness, dizziness and vision disturbances when you are taking Hiflox 200mg Tablets .
- Avoid driving or using machines while taking the medicine.
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney disorders.
- You are suffering from a psychiatric illness or have fits
- You have diabetes, you need to be careful as a drop in blood glucose occurs, watch for headache, weakness, tremors, sweating.
- You experience pain, swelling or weakness of joints.
- You have myasthenia gravis
- You are above 60 years, the chances of tendon disorders are high.
- While going out in the sun, cover the skin and apply sunscreen.
Mode of Action of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Interactions of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect the way Hiflox 200mg Tablets works or Hiflox 200mg Tablets itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Especially if you are taking other medicines simultaneously like dietary supplements that contain iron, aluminium, magnesium or sucralfate., Corticosteroids used to treat inflammation and swelling, Painkillers like Ibruprofen or Diclofenac, medicines like theophylline for respiratory disorders, used to treat diabetes like Glibenclamide, Certain medicines that may affect your kidney functions like Methotrexate, Cimentidine, Probenicid can interfere with the effect of this medicine when used together....
- There is an increased risk of bleeding when taken with medicines used to thin the blood like warfarin, acenocoumarol; it is advised to monitor the blood tests like PT-INR regularly.
- Increased side effects when taken with methotrexate which is used in the treatment of cancer.
- Medicines used to treat gout like allopurinol or probenecid and medicines used to modify immune response during organ transplant like mycophenolate mofetil should be used cautiously with Hiflox 200mg Tablets ...
Storage and disposal of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
- Store Hiflox 200mg Tablets at room temperature.
- Protect it from moisture and sunlight.
- Keep it away from pets and children.
Dosage of Hiflox 200mg Tablets
Overdose
- If you take more medicine than prescribed, Hiflox 200mg Tablets may cause dizziness, confused state, loss of consciousness, nausea, and stomach irritation.
- Contact your doctor immediately in case of overdose or rush to the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: My physician gave me Hiflox 200mg Tablets for infection and now my 12-year-old child has the same virus, can I give her Hiflox 200mg Tablets?
Q: What care I must take while taking Hiflox 200mg Tablets ?
- Avoid taking medicine to stop diarrhoea if you develop watery or bloody diarrhoea while taking Hiflox 200mg Tablets. Stop the medicine and inform the doctor immediately.
- Avoid going out in the sun. Cover the body or use sunscreen (SPF 30 or 40) to prevent sunburn.
- Inform the doctor if you experience redness, itching, rash, swelling after exposure to the sun.
Q: Can I take Hiflox 200mg Tablets during pregnancy?
Q: Is diarrhoea a side effect of Hiflox 200mg Tablets ?
- Yes, you may experience diarrhoea after taking Hiflox 200mg Tablets as it is an antibiotic.
- It affects the normal bacterial flora of the gut along with harmful bacteria.
- In case of severe diarrhoea, reach out to the doctor.
Q: Should I stop taking Hiflox 200mg Tablets once my symptoms reduce?
Q: Can I take Hiflox 200mg Tablets for a stomach infection?
Q: What is the Hiflox 200mg Tablets used for?
Q: When should I take the Hiflox 200mg Tablets ?
Q: What is the composition of Hiflox 200mg Tablets ?
Q: Can I take the Hiflox 200mg Tablets for loose motion?
References
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- Hiflox 200mg Tablets s - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025 [cited 8 April 2025]
- DailyMed - Hiflox 200mg TabletsACIN , coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2025 [cited 8 April 2025]
- CDSCO.Hiflox 200mg Tabletsiacin [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2025 [cited 8 April 2025]
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