Floxnor TZ Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat bacterial infections.

Floxnor TZ Tablet is a prescription medicine that is to be taken as per the prescription or as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.

Floxnor TZ Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. Maintaining good oral hygiene can prevent or manage the dryness of the mouth. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.

Uses of Floxnor TZ Tablet

Diarrhea

Benefits of Floxnor TZ Tablet

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Floxnor TZ Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Floxnor TZ Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Floxnor TZ

Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Metallic taste
Headache

How to use Floxnor TZ Tablet

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. Floxnor TZ Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Floxnor TZ Tablet works

Floxnor TZ Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Norfloxacin, Tinidazole and Beta-Cyclodextrin. Norfloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Tinidazole is also an antibiotic which kills other infectious microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Beta-Cyclodextrin enhances the effect of these medicines.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Floxnor TZ Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Floxnor TZ Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Floxnor TZ Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Floxnor TZ Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Floxnor TZ Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Floxnor TZ Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Floxnor TZ Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Floxnor TZ Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Floxnor TZ Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Floxnor TZ Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Floxnor TZ 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Floxnor TZ Tablet

₹6.3/Tablet

N Flox TZ 400mg/600mg/10mg Tablet

Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd

₹9.35/tablet

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Quick tips

Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Floxnor TZ Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea

My stomach problems for nearly two months in the daytime, affecting five to six times to go to the toilet.

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Get colonoscopy done for diagnosis of chronic diarrhea

Dear My son PATIENT suffering from diarrhea everytime after 1 month he got diarrhea, what is the substitute for his diarrhea how ut can cure please help me

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Pediatrician Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment

FAQs

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Floxnor TZ Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Q. Can I stop taking Floxnor TZ Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Floxnor TZ Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Floxnor TZ Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

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References

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