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Floxid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. The alternative uses of Floxid have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Floxid. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Floxid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Floxid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Floxid has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Floxid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Floxid related warnings section.
Floxid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Floxid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Floxid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxid 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
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Is the use of Floxid safe for pregnant women?
Floxid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Floxid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Floxid safe during breastfeeding?
Floxid may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Floxid, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Floxid.
What is the effect of Floxid on the Kidneys?
Floxid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxid on the Liver?
Floxid is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Floxid on the Heart?
Using Floxid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Floxid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Floxid.
Interaction between Food and Floxid
Taking Floxid with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxid
Consuming Floxid with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839