Loperamide + Norfloxacin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Loperamide + Norfloxacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Loperamide + Norfloxacin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loperamide + Norfloxacin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loperamide + Norfloxacin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Loperamide + Norfloxacin. It is best to stop taking Loperamide + Norfloxacin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Loperamide + Norfloxacin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Loperamide + Norfloxacin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Loperamide + Norfloxacin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Loperamide + Norfloxacin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Loperamide + Norfloxacin on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Loperamide + Norfloxacin on the liver, information on safety of Loperamide + Norfloxacin for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Loperamide + Norfloxacin on the Heart?
Loperamide + Norfloxacin is completely safe for the heart.
Loperamide + Norfloxacin 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 Loperamide + Norfloxacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loperamide + Norfloxacin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Loperamide + Norfloxacin.
Interaction between Food and Loperamide + Norfloxacin
Taking Loperamide + Norfloxacin with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loperamide + Norfloxacin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Loperamide + Norfloxacin with alcohol will be.
Yes, Loperamide + Norfloxacin can be taken with paracetamol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking Loperamide + Norfloxacin along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Loperamide + Norfloxacin may cause weight loss in few cases. It is presumed that weight loss occurs due to decreased food intake caused by loss of appetite. However, if you experience excessive weight loss after taking this medicine then your advice your doctor immediately and follow his/her instruction.
Take over the counter Loperamide + Norfloxacin after each loose bowel movement. Do not take it more than 6 times in 24 hours. It is not recommended for long-term treatment. However, if it has been prescribed by your doctor then you are advised to take it as per his/her instructions.
No, Loperamide + Norfloxacin does not treat stomach cramps. It is only used for the short-term treatment of diarrhoea.
Loperamide + Norfloxacin contains loperamide. It works by slowing down the movement of bowel in the intestine which lowers the fecal volume and increases its viscosity. This also allows better absorption of salts and water in the body. Hence in this way Loperamide + Norfloxacin provides relief from diarrhea.
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