Balofloxacin
About Balofloxacin
Balofloxacin is used to treat bacterial infections. It also helps in curing infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). This drug should be administered orally.
The dosage for the patients suffering from chronic prostatitis should be about 200 mg daily. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must consult the doctor before consuming this drug.
People who are suffering from kidney failure or are hypersensitive to the group of quinolones should not use this drug. The side effects of this drug include allergic reaction, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, altered liver function test, etc. You are strictly advised to not to combine this drug with other minerals or vitamins and products that contain aluminum or magnesium.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Balofloxacin
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Balofloxacin ?
Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Balofloxacin ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Balofloxacin
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 7 to 8 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The onset of action of this medicine is not clinically established.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Where is the Balofloxacin approved?
India
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Balofloxacin
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Balofloxacin as ingredient
- Balokem 100 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Baloxin 200 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Baloflox 100 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
- Balokem 200 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
- Balo X 100 MG Tablet
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd
- Baloforce 100 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Baloquin 100 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Balista 100 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- B-Cin 100 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd
- Balo X 200 MG Tablet
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication belongs to the class fluoroquinolones. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Balofloxacin ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Food
Dairy products
The desired effect of Balofloxacin is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking this drug and dairy products.
FAQs about Balofloxacin
Ques : What is Balofloxacin?
Ans : It is used to treat bacterial infections.
Ques : How long do I need to use Balofloxacin before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week. Please consult your doctor for the time period you need to use this medication.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Balofloxacin?
Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.
Ques : Should I use Balofloxacin empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Balofloxacin?
Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
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