Enflox Information

Enflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Enflox have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Enflox depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Enflox have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Enflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Enflox is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Enflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Drug interactions for Enflox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Enflox Benefits & Uses

Enflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Enflox 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

Enflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Enflox safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Enflox safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Enflox on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Enflox on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Enflox on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Enflox on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Enflox on the Heart?

Enflox is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Enflox with Other Drugs

Enflox 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

Enflox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Enflox

Is this Enflox habit forming or addictive?

Enflox 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 Enflox as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Enflox 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, Enflox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Enflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Enflox

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

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Enflox

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Enflox.

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)