Lomefloxacin

Lomefloxacin is prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections including bronchitis and urinary tract infections. It inhibits the production of essential protein required by the bacteria. This medicine falls under the category of a quinolone antibiotic hence not effective against cold and flu.

It is given to patients undergoing trans-rectal or transurethral surgical procedures in order to prevent infection. This is effective against gram-positive as well as gram-negative bacteria, like E.coli, Neisseria gonorrhoea, S. pneumoniae and salmonella.

Talk to your doctor before using this medicine and inform him if:

• If you are taking prescription or non-prescription medicines or dietary supplement that you might be taking
• If you are pregnant, or if you are trying for it
• If you are breastfeeding
• If you have or have had any kidney problems, heart problems or stomach infection
• If you have Alzheimer disease, a CNS disease or history of seizures

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.

• Bacterial Infections

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Infections Of Urinary Tract

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.

• Hypersensitivity

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.

• Nausea

• Diarrhoea

• Photosensitivity Of Skin

• Abdominal Pain

• Headache

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.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The action of this medicine is initiated within 45 to 60 minutes after then administration of the medicine.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medicine may person from person to person. The time for which it will remain active is 8 - 10 hours.

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.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Lomefloxacin as ingredient

• Floxaday 400Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Soloflox 400Mg Tablet

  Kopran Ltd

• Loflox 0.3% Eye Drop

  Sunways India Pvt Ltd

• Lomibact 3Mg Drop

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Lomaday 400mg Tablet

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Vivo 400mg Tablet

  Exotic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Qumax 200mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories 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.

This medicine behaves as a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that is used for treating chronic bronchitis and urinary tract infections. It is also administered prior to surgical procedures to prevent urinary tract infections. It works on the bacterial enzyme DNA inhibiting the replication and transcription of DNA.

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.

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 Medicine

  This medication interacts with the following medicine Theophylline, Caffeine, Cimetidine, Cyclosporine, Omeprazole, Probenecid, Terfenadine, Warfarin and Phenytoin.

• Ques : What is Lomefloxacin?

  Ans : This medication is a quinolone antibiotic prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections including bronchitis and urinary tract infections.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Lomefloxacin before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Lomefloxacin?

  Ans : Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Lomefloxacin empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lomefloxacin?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Lomefloxacin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/lomefloxacin

• Lomefloxacin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00978

• [Internet]. accessdata.fda.gov 2005 [cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/20013s015lbl.pdf