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Supraflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Supraflox have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Supraflox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Supraflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Supraflox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Supraflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Supraflox related warnings talks about Supraflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Supraflox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Supraflox in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Supraflox contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Supraflox may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Supraflox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Supraflox is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Supraflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Supraflox safe for pregnant women?
Supraflox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Supraflox again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Supraflox safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Supraflox. Immediately discontinue Supraflox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Supraflox on the Kidneys?
Supraflox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Supraflox on the Liver?
Supraflox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Supraflox on the Heart?
Supraflox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Supraflox 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 Supraflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Supraflox habit forming or addictive?
Supraflox can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Supraflox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Supraflox can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Supraflox only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Supraflox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Supraflox
Taking certain foods and Supraflox together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Supraflox
Consumption of alcohol and Supraflox together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Supraflox for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Supraflox. Please consult your doctor before taking Supraflox for the above-mentioned infection.
Supraflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. 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.
Supraflox used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
Yes, Supraflox can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Yes, you can take Supraflox for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
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