Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet Information

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Stomach Infection (Read More - How to Combat Stomach Infections: Effective Home Solutions)

Other Benefits

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet 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

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Meriflox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Meriflox rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Meriflox is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet 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

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet

Is this Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet

Taking Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Meriflox 400 Mg Tablet.

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)