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Floxur 200 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Floxur 200 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Floxur 200 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Floxur 200 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Floxur 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Floxur 200 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Floxur 200 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Floxur 200 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Floxur 200 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Floxur 200 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Floxur 200 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Floxur 200 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Floxur can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Floxur right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Floxur may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Floxur, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Floxur.
What is the effect of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Floxur rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Floxur rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Floxur 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Floxur on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floxur 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floxur 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Floxur 200 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Floxur 200 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Floxur 200 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Floxur 200 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Floxur 200 Mg Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Floxur 200 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floxur 200 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Floxur 200 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Take Floxur 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.
Do not take Floxur 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.
Yes, Floxur 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.
Floxur is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
Floxur can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.
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