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Aflox D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Aflox D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Aflox D is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Aflox D include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aflox D as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Aflox D normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Aflox D is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Aflox D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Aflox D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aflox D in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Aflox D are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Aflox D have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aflox D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Aflox D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Aflox D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Aflox D. If you are pregnant, do not take Aflox D without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aflox D safe during breastfeeding?
Aflox D may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aflox D on the Kidneys?
Aflox D may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aflox D on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Aflox D. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Aflox D on the Heart?
Use of Aflox D may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Aflox D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aflox D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aflox D habit forming or addictive?
Aflox D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Aflox D
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Aflox D together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aflox D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Aflox D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, long-term use of Aflox D can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Aflox D with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Aflox D causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Aflox D does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Aflox D is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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