Norlox M Information

Norlox M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Norlox M 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 Norlox M. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Norlox M have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Norlox M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Norlox M is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Norlox M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Norlox M contraindications section.

Additionally, Norlox M may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Norlox M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Norlox M Benefits & Uses

Norlox M is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Norlox M 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

Norlox M Related Warnings

Is the use of Norlox M safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Norlox M safe during breastfeeding?

Norlox M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Norlox M on the Kidneys?

Norlox M has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Norlox M on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Norlox M on the liver, information on safety of Norlox M for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Norlox M on the Heart?

You can take Norlox M without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Norlox M with Other Drugs

Norlox M 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

Norlox M Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Norlox M

Is this Norlox M habit forming or addictive?

Norlox M is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Norlox M is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Norlox M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Norlox M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Norlox M

The side effects of taking Norlox M with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Norlox M

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Norlox M with alcohol.

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)