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Lomefloxacin
INFORMATION ABOUT LOMEFLOXACIN
Lomefloxacin Uses
Lomefloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
How Lomefloxacin works
Lomefloxacin 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.
Common side effects of Lomefloxacin
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
Nausea, Headache, Diarrhea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Constipation, Dizziness
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10 Mar 2025 | 04:12 AM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Lomefloxacin
Lomaday
₹104 to ₹104
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)
Lomitas
₹70 to ₹70
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)
Lomodex
₹145 to ₹145
Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)
Taurlom
₹117 to ₹117
Taurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Gynalom
₹46 to ₹46
Wockhardt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Mexlo
₹65 to ₹65
Grievers Remedies
1 variant(s)
Lomflox
₹42 to ₹42
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
1 variant(s)
Hilome
₹140 to ₹140
HiGlance Laboratories
1 variant(s)
Soloflox
₹34 to ₹34
Kopran Ltd
1 variant(s)
Maxalom
₹93 to ₹93
Pharose Remedies Ltd
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Lomefloxacin
  • Your doctor has prescribed Lomefloxacin 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 Lomefloxacin 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.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Lomefloxacin 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 Lomefloxacin 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.
Frequently asked questions for Lomefloxacin
Yes, the use of Lomefloxacin 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.
No, do not stop taking Lomefloxacin and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Yes, use of Lomefloxacin 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 Lomefloxacin. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.