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Nortwin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Nortwin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Nortwin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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, Nortwin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nortwin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Nortwin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nortwin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy must refrain from the use of Nortwin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nortwin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Nortwin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nortwin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Nortwin 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
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Is the use of Nortwin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Nortwin. It is best to stop taking Nortwin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Nortwin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Nortwin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Nortwin on the Kidneys?
Nortwin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nortwin on the Liver?
Nortwin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Nortwin on the Heart?
Using Nortwin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Nortwin 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 Nortwin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nortwin habit forming or addictive?
Nortwin does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Nortwin
You can take Nortwin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nortwin
Consumption of alcohol and Nortwin together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839