Aarflo 200mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Aarflo 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It is used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative bacteria.
Aarflo 200mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
You may experience nausea and stomach pain as the side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but do consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease.
Uses of Aarflo 200mg Tablet in children
Benefits of Aarflo 200mg Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Aarflo 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Aarflo 200mg Tablet in children
Aarflo 200mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Aarflo
- Nausea
- Genital itching
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Rash
- Vaginal inflammation
- Phlebitis
How can I give Aarflo 200mg Tablet to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aarflo 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Aarflo Tablet works
Aarflo 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Aarflo 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Aarflo 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if I forget to give Aarflo 200mg Tablet to my child?
If you miss a dose of Aarflo 200mg Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Aarflo 200mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of the face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinoline carboxylic acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Interaction with drugs
Taking Aarflo with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Ofloxacin with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor y
Do not consume Ofloxacin with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor y
Do not consume Ofloxacin with Celecoxib. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor you
Do not consume Ofloxacin with Dexibuprofen. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor
Do not consume Ofloxacin with Aceclofenac. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for convulsions and seizures and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor y
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can the use of Aarflo 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Aarflo 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Can I stop taking Aarflo 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Aarflo 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Aarflo 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Aarflo 200mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (Achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Aarflo 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
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Address: Office no 61, SCO-2, Motia Plaza,Baddi, Distt. Solan-173205
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: April, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Aarflo 200mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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