Alflox 100 Tablet Information

Alflox 100 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Alflox 100 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Alflox 100 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Alflox 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Alflox 100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Alflox 100 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alflox 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Alflox 100 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Alflox 100 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Alflox 100 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Alflox Benefits & Uses
Alflox Dosage & How to Take
Alflox Side Effects
Alflox Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alflox with Other Drugs
Alflox Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alflox
Alflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alflox 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Alflox 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Stomach Infection (Read More - How to Combat Stomach Infections: Effective Home Solutions)

Other Benefits

Alflox 100 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alflox 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Alflox 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Alflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Alflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Alflox 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Alflox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Alflox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Alflox 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Alflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alflox 100 Tablet on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Alflox on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Alflox will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alflox 100 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Alflox without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alflox 100 Tablet with Other Drugs

Alflox 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Disopyramide

Warfarin

Escitalopram

Prednisolone

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Aspirin

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Probenecid

Alflox 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alflox 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Alflox 100 Tablet

Is this Alflox 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Alflox 100 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alflox 100 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Alflox 100 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Alflox 100 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Alflox 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alflox 100 Tablet

Taking certain foods and Alflox 100 Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alflox 100 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alflox 100 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)