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Cuflox Information

Cuflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Cuflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cuflox. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cuflox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cuflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cuflox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Cuflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cuflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. The section on Cuflox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cuflox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Cuflox Benefits & Uses

Cuflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Plague
Corneal Ulcer
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Scarlet Fever
Nephritis

Cuflox 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: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Plague Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cuflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Cuflox safe for pregnant women?

Cuflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cuflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cuflox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cuflox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Cuflox on the Kidneys?

Cuflox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cuflox on the Liver?

Cuflox is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cuflox on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cuflox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alfuzosin

Sotalol

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Cuflox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cuflox

Is this Cuflox habit forming or addictive?

Cuflox is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Cuflox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cuflox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cuflox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cuflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cuflox

Cuflox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Cuflox

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Cuflox at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Cuflox

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cuflox a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Cuflox is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cuflox with metformin?

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

Take Cuflox 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

Does Cuflox cause stomach upset?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cuflox with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Cuflox along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cuflox treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes Cuflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.