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Nicoflox Tz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Nicoflox Tz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nicoflox Tz. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nicoflox Tz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nicoflox Tz 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.
In addition, Nicoflox Tz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nicoflox Tz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nicoflox Tz related warnings section.
Nicoflox Tz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nicoflox Tz in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Nicoflox Tz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Nicoflox Tz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nicoflox Tz is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nicoflox Tz 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Nicoflox Tz safe for pregnant women?
Nicoflox TZ may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Nicoflox TZ again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nicoflox Tz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Nicoflox TZ. If you see any side effects, stop taking Nicoflox TZ immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Nicoflox TZ again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nicoflox Tz on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Nicoflox TZ on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Nicoflox Tz on the Liver?
Nicoflox TZ may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nicoflox Tz on the Heart?
Using Nicoflox TZ does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Nicoflox Tz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nicoflox Tz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nicoflox Tz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nicoflox Tz is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Nicoflox Tz
Taking Nicoflox Tz with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicoflox Tz
Taking Nicoflox Tz with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Nicoflox TZ 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.
Yes, long-term use of Nicoflox TZ can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Do not take Nicoflox TZ 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.
Take Nicoflox TZ 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.
Take Nicoflox TZ as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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