Nitdin Information

Nitdin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Other than this, Nitdin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nitdin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nitdin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Nitdin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Nitdin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nitdin related warnings talks about Nitdin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Nitdin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Nitdin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Nitdin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Nitdin Benefits & Uses

Nitdin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Stomach Infection

Other Benefits

Nitdin 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

Nitdin Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitdin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Nitdin safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Nitdin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nitdin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Nitdin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Nitdin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitdin on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Nitdin on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Nitdin will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nitdin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Nitdin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nitdin with Other Drugs

Nitdin 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

Nitdin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Nitdin

Is this Nitdin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nitdin.

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

After taking Nitdin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nitdin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Nitdin only as per medical advice.

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

No, Nitdin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Nitdin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitdin

Taking certain foods and Nitdin together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitdin

Information about the interaction of Nitdin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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)