Alciflox 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alciflox 500 Tablet Information

Alciflox 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Alciflox 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Alciflox 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Alciflox 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Alciflox 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Alciflox 500 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Alciflox 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Alciflox 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Alciflox 500 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alciflox 500 Tablet in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Alciflox 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Alciflox 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alciflox 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Alciflox 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Alciflox 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Alciflox 500 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alciflox 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Alciflox 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Alciflox. It is best to stop taking Alciflox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Alciflox 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Alciflox may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Alciflox, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Alciflox.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alciflox 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Alciflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alciflox 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Alciflox on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alciflox 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Alciflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alciflox 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Alciflox 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Alciflox 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alciflox 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alciflox 500 Tablet

Is this Alciflox 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Alciflox 500 Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alciflox 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Alciflox 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Alciflox 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alciflox 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alciflox 500 Tablet

Taking Alciflox 500 Tablet with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alciflox 500 Tablet

Consuming Alciflox 500 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Alciflox 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alciflox with tramadol?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Alciflox can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alciflox with omeprazole?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alciflox can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Alciflox effects tendon?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Alciflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Alciflox with warfarin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Alciflox should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Alciflox to you.

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Alciflox treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Alciflox used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.