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Norflo 400 mg Tablet

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Uses of Norflo Tablet

Norflo 400 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

Norflo Tablet side effects

Common
  • Allergic reaction
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea

How to use Norflo 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. Norflo 400 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Norflo Tablet works

Norflo 400 mg 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.

Norflo Tablet related warnings

Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Norflo 400 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Norflo 400 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Norflo 400 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Norflo 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Norflo 400 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Norflo 400 mg Tablet is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Norflo 400 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Norflo Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Norflo 400 mg 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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Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Norflo 400 mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Discontinue Norflo 400 mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but 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.

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Norflo with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Tizanidine
Brand(s): Tizonec
LIFE-THREATENING
Clozapine
Brand(s): Suclosz, Vizopin, Syclop
SERIOUS
Magnesium Hydroxide
Brand(s): Mgmax
SERIOUS
Olanzapine
Brand(s): Oladac, Zolapin, Olisense
SERIOUS
Phenytoin
Brand(s): Stoin, Marantin, Notian
SERIOUS
Nimesulide
Brand(s): Nimsun, Abinim, Nimulis
SERIOUS
Zinc
Brand(s): Adrovit Z
SERIOUS
Pramipexole
Brand(s): Pramipex
SERIOUS
Acarbose
Brand(s): Diadose
MODERATE
Tolbutamide
Brand(s): Told
MODERATE
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Patient Concerns

Questions Related to Norflo

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Dr. Waseem Mirza
Sexologist
u shouldn't take antibiotics without prescription, for simple cold n cough take syp corex-Dx 1 tsf tid, for cold DO STEAM INHALAION TWICE DAILY, WARM SALINE GARGLES, AVOID EXPOSURE TO COLD,TAKE REST tab levocet 1 tab bd for 5 days, take healthy diet to boost ur immunity comprising of proteins, vitamins particularly vit C, take plenty of fluids if not better in 3 days consult physician hope this helps, antibiotics are reserved only for bacterial infections , most cold like illnesses are viral so no need of antibiotics
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Hello sir/ ma'am My child PATIENT from stomach infection and doctor suggested zifi-100 redimix. How it is work and any side effect of that zifi-100 redimix? What kind of taking care of my child and PATIENT 7 month old.?????
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Child Specialist
Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects
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FAQs

Q. Can the use of Norflo cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Norflo can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Norflo when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Norflo and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Norflo increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Norflo 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 Norflo. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

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