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Cofloxin Benefits & Uses

Cofloxin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Cofloxin 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: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cofloxin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cofloxin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Cofloxin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cofloxin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cofloxin on the Kidneys?

Cofloxin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cofloxin on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cofloxin on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cofloxin on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cofloxin with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Cofloxin Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Cofloxin

Is this Cofloxin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cofloxin.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cofloxin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cofloxin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cofloxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cofloxin

When consumed with certain foods, Cofloxin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Cofloxin

Consuming Cofloxin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cofloxin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cofloxin cause constipation?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cofloxin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cofloxin with metformin?

Take Cofloxin if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Cofloxin?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Cofloxin should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cofloxin with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cofloxin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cofloxin safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cofloxin is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.