Norfloxacin + Lactobacillus is a combination of two medicines. Norfloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them. Lactobacillus is a probiotic. It works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections. This is how it works to treat bacterial infections.
Common side effects of Norfloxacin + Lactobacillus
Nausea, Dizziness, Headache, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Abdominal cramp, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Low blood platelets, Protein in urine, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood
Norfloxacin + Lactobacillus must be taken on an empty stomach at the same time every day.
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.
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.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma