Norflox Tz Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Medical Description
Norflox-TZ tablet is used to treat diarrhoea and dysentery caused by bacteria, amoebas, or mixed organisms. The tablet contains norfloxacin, tinidazole, and lactic acid bacillus. This medicine kills the bacteria and protozoa responsible for diarrhoea and also maintains healthy bacteria in the intestine.
It is important to take this medicine exactly as directed by the doctor, in the doses and duration prescribed. You should take it regularly at a fixed time and not skip a dose or consume more than the recommended amount. To be effective, it is essential to complete the entire course of medication, even if you start feeling better within a few days.
Never stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as doing so could worsen your condition. Some other medicines containing norfloxacin and tinidazole are Nor TZ, NDS Norflox TZ and Nordoxin TZ tablets.
Nausea, dry mouth, stomach pain or discomfort, constipation and weakness are a few side effects that you may experience while taking Norflox-TZ tablet. These side effects are mostly temporary. However, if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Norflox-TZ is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor about your detailed medical history and the medicines and supplements you take.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹94.58 |
| You Save | ₹12.90 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Norfloxacin(400.0 Mg) + Tinidazole(600.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Diarrhea |
| Side effects | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting |
| Therapy | ANTI-AMOEBIC AND ANTI-DIARRHOEAL |
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Uses of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Norflox-TZ tablet is used in the treatment of diarrhoea caused by infections due to bacteria, amoeba or mixed organisms.
Contraindications of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to this tablet or any other component of Norflox-TZ.
- If you have a history of a tendon (tissue joining muscle to bone) infection or tendon rupture or damage with any medicine.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have a brain and nerves-related problem.
- If you have a history or any disorder related to blood.
- If you are suffering from muscle weakness due to myasthenia gravis.
Side effects of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach cramps
- Body pain
- Weakness
Precautions and Warnings of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Norflox-TZ tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Norflox-TZ tablet should be avoided during pregnancy as there is limited information about its safety in 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.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Norflox-TZ tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Norflox-TZ tablet passes into human milk and could harm the breastfed baby. Hence, this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Norflox-TZ tablet?
A:
Norflox-TZ tablet may make you dizzy and feel sleepy; you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Norflox-TZ tablet?
A:
Alcohol and other preparations containing ethanol or propylene glycol should be avoided during treatment with Norflox-TZ tablets and 3 days following the treatment. It may produce symptoms like stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache and skin redness.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have tendon or nerve problems
- You have a condition that causes muscle weakness
- You have problems with your heart like 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, or are breast-feeding
- You have fits, restlessness, light-headedness, confusion and hallucinations or are suffering from a brain disorder.
- You have rheumatoid arthritis or a history of joint issues
- You have a condition of glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase
- You must avoid being in the sunlight for too long as Norflox-TZ tablet may make you more sensitive to the sun.
- Norflox-TZ RF tablet may increase the risk of tendon rupture, especially in older patients and those with a history of tendon disorders. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this tablet be used with caution and only under the direction of a physician....
- Patients on this treatment should drink enough water to keep the body hydrated, as this medicine increases the chances of crystal formation in urine.
- Norflox-TZ tablet is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age as its safety and efficacy have not been established.
Directions for Use of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Swallow Norflox-TZ tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- You should take this medicine regularly at a fixed time and as directed by your doctor.
- Do not consume it more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store Norflox-TZ tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children and pets.
- Do not use this medicine once the expiry date has passed.
- Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Quick Tips of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Norflox TZ tablet treats diarrhoea and dysentery caused by amoebas, bacteria, or other mixed organisms. It should not be used for treating any other condition unless specified by the doctor.
- You should always complete the entire course of treatment with this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not miss any dose, and do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Before starting Norflox TZ tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history.
- Norflox TZ tablet should be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis, tendinitis, or tendon rupture. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you have a history or any of these conditions.
- Do not take any medicine on your own without confirming with your doctor during treatment with this medicine.
- Dizziness, nausea, headache and stomach cramps can be side effects of this medicine. Inform your doctor if the side effects do not resolve even after completing the entire course of Norflox TZ tablet.
Dosage of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Don't miss a dose of Norflox TZ tablet. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Don't take a double dose to make up for the missed one....
Mode of Action of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
Norflox-TZ tablet is a combination of Norfloxacin, Tinidazole, and Lactic acid bacillus. Norfloxacin kills bacteria, Tinidazole kills protozoa, and Lactic acid bacillus restores the balance of good bacteria and aids digestion....
Interactions of NORFLOX TZ STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Norflox-TZ tablet and nitrofurantoin (used to treat infection) is not recommended as it may alter the effects of Norfloxacin.
- Concomitant use of this tablet and NSAIDs (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, etc.) may increase the risk of fits or seizures. Hence, it should be used with caution.
- You should be cautious when taking this tablet along with caffeine, Clozapine, Ropinirole, Tacrine and Tizanidine.
- Concomitant use of this tablet along with Theophylline may cause headache, insomnia, irritability, restlessness, fits, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, shaking, and fast heart rate.
- Concomitant use with blood thinners like warfarin, coumadin, etc., may enhance the effects of these medicines.
- The use of antidiabetics like Glyburide along with this medicine, can affect your blood sugar level. The doctor may ask you to monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
- 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....
- Medicines like Phenobarbital, Phenytoin (used in epilepsy), Rifampin (used in tuberculosis), Cholestyramine (used to decrease blood cholesterol levels), Oxytetracycline (used in infections) reduce the effectiveness of Norflox-TZ tablets....
- Medicines like Cimetidine (used in stomach and intestinal ulcers) and Ketoconazole (fungal infections) increase the chances of side effects of Norflox-TZ tablet in the body.
- Other medicines, such as Closporine, Probenecid, Erythromycin, Hydrochlorothiazide, Fluorouracil, Indapamide, Digoxin, and Lithium, should be used cautiously along with Norflox-TZ tablets.
Interactions with food items
Norflox-TZ tablets should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal or ingestion of milk and/or other dairy products.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Norflox TZ tablet be taken for the long term?
A: No, these tablets should only be consumed for the duration advised by your doctor. If you use it for more or less duration than prescribed, there are chances that the next dose of this medicine won't be effective due to the bacteria's development of resistance.
Q: What is Norflox TZ tablet?
A: Norflox-TZ tablet is a combination of medicines, Tinidazole, Norfloxacin and Lactic acid bacillus. It is used to treat diarrhoea caused due to an infection. It works by killing the bacteria and protozoa responsible for diarrhoea and maintaining the healthy bacteria in the intestine.
Q: Is Norflox TZ tablet an antibiotic?
A: Yes, Norflox TZ tablet is an antibiotic. Two of the components of this medicine, namely Norfloxacin and Tinidazole, are antibiotics. They act against diarrhoea-causing bacteria and amoeba.
Q: Can I take Norflox TZ for UTI (urinary tract infections/urine infection)?
A: No, Norflox-TZ tablet is not to be used for urinary tract infections/urine infections. It is used for treating diarrhoea.
Q: Does Norflox TZ cause constipation?
A: The usage of Norflox-TZ tablet may cause constipation. Contact your doctor if you experience severe constipation or any other discomfort while using this medicine.
Q: O2 vs Norflox TZ tablet, which one of these is better for the treatment of diarrhoea?
A: O2 tablet contains a combination of two medicines, Ofloxacin and Ornidazole, whereas Norflox-TZ tablet contains a combination of Norfloxacin, Tinidazole and Lactic acid bacillus. Both these medicines are used in the treatment of diarrhoea and have different compositions. Based on the reason behind diarrhoea, your doctor will prescribe a suitable medicine for you. You should only take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor and not self-medicate.
Q: Metrogyl 400 vs Norflox TZ, How do they differ?
A: Metrogyl 400 Tablet contains Metronidazole as its active ingredient, whereas Norflox-TZ tablet contains Norfloxacin, Tinidazole and Lactic acid bacillus. Both these medicines are used in the treatment of diarrhoea caused by various organisms. Your doctor will prescribe either of these medicines after your diagnosis and considering your medical history. It is recommended not to self-medicate in any case and to take medicine prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take antacids along with Norflox-TZ?
A: No, you should avoid taking antacids and Norflox-TZ simultaneously. There should be a gap of at least 2-3 hours between these two medicines.
Q: When should I take Norflox-TZ?
A: You should take Norflox-TZ at least 1 hour before or at least 2 hours after a meal or ingestion of milk and/or other dairy products as advised by the doctor.
Q: How many times can Norflox-TZ be taken?
A: The dose and frequency of taking this antibiotic medicine normally depend on the type and severity of the infection. Therefore, you must take this medicine exactly as told by the doctor. Do not exceed the maximum daily doses and treatment durations prescribed.
Q: Who should not take Norflox-TZ?
A: Norflox-TZ is not recommended if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother or if you have a history of medical conditions like tendon infection, muscle weakness or brain or nerve-related problems. Also, it is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by the doctor. And before using this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.
Q: Can we use Norflox TZ for loose motion?
A: Yes, you can take Norflox Tz for loose motion or stomach infection, but only after consulting a doctor. The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the condition.
Q: Can a diabetic take Norflox TZ?
A: Caution is advised to diabetic patients while taking this medicine. Because simultaneous use of Norflox Tz and antidiabetic medicine can affect your blood sugar level, the doctor may ask you to monitor your blood sugar level regularly. Therefore it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by the doctor.
Q: Can I take Norflox TZ for stomach cramps?
A: No, do not take this medicine for stomach cramps. The doctor will prescribe the appropriate medications after diagnosing the cause of stomach cramps. Refrain from self-medication.
Q: Can Norflox TZ be used for colitis?
A: Norfloz TZ tablet is not recommended for treating colitis.
Q: Are diarrhoea and dysentery caused by the stomach flu?
A: Stomach flu, also known as viral gastroenteritis, is an infection of the intestine that may cause diarrhoea. However, dysentery (diarrhoea with blood or mucus) is not a symptom of stomach flu and there may be another underlying cause. Talk to your doctor immediately if you are experiencing any such symptoms.
Q: How long does it take for Norflox TZ to work?
A: Norflox TZ usually takes 1-2 hrs after its administration to observe the desired effect.
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