Nflox B 400 MG Tablet

This medication is used to cure bacterial infections of urinary tract and prostate. However, remember that this drug will not be effective for infections that aren’t caused by bacteria. Using an antibiotic repetitively and for infections that aren’t bacteria will lead the medicine to lose its potency over a while.

Don’t consume any dairy product either two hours before or an hour after taking this medication. Yeast infection and oral thrush are other concerns that might show up if you use this medication indiscriminately. Know from your doctor the names of all those drugs that could diminish the efficacy of this medication.

• Prostatitis

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Allergy

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Headache

• Abdominal Pain

• Weakness

• Back Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Flatulence

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 9 to 12 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medication is not recommended in women who breastfeed due to the adverse effect on the development of the infant's joints. Use only if clearly needed under the supervision of the doctor. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Nflox B 400 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Worflox 400 MG Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Alflox 400 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Norflox 400 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Nitdin 400 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Klib 200 MG Tablet

  Emcee Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd

• 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.

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.

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 Medicine

  Escitalopram

  You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to happen if you suffer from any heart disease (Arrhythmia) or have a family history of Arrhythmia. Appropriate dose adjustment or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are used together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Corticosteroids

  You may experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in ankle, shoulder, hand, or thumb if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in elderly population who have undergone a kidney or heart transplantation. Replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Aspirin

  You may experience tremors, involuntary muscle movements, hallucinations, or seizures if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to happen if you have a history of seizures or family history of seizures. Appropriate dose adjustment or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Antidiabetic drugs

  You may experience hypoglycemic effects like dizziness, headache, nervousness, confusion, tremor and weakness if these medicines are used together. Hyperglycemic effects like increased thirst, urination and hunger are less likely to occur. Regular blood glucose checkups are to be performed if you are diabetic or if you are suffering from any kidney disease. Appropriate dose adjustment or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Central Nervous System Depression

  If you suffer from CNS disorder and you take this medication, then you may experience tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion and hallucinations. Avoid consuming caffeine-containing products like coffee, chocolates and energy drinks.

  Qt Prolongation

  Avoid using this medication if you experience any chest discomfort. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if you have any heart disease (arrhythmia) or family history of heart disease.

  Colitis

  Avoid taking this medication if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

• Interaction with Food

  Dairy products

  The desired effect of this medication is not observed if consumed with dairy products. There should be at least 2 hours gap between taking this medication and dairy products.

• Ques : What is Nflox B 400 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Norfloxacin as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by obstructing the production of bacterias in the bacterial cell wall.

• Ques : What are the uses of Nflox B 400 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like dental cavities, intestinal ulcers, prostate infections, amoebiasis, pelvis area, bowel, blood and stomach infections.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Nflox B 400 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include dyspepsia, nausea, headache, gastrointestinal disorders, furred tongue, joints pain and diarrhea.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Nflox B 400 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.