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Noroxin 400mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections, prostatitis (prostate inflammation), and gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, it is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine, such as traveller's diarrhoea. It contains Norfloxacin, which kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. In some cases, it may cause common side effects such as abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhoea, heartburn, headache, and dizziness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet belongs to the group of quinolone antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections, prostatitis (prostate inflammation), and gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noroxin 400mg Tablet is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine, such as traveller’s diarrhoea.
Noroxin 400mg Tablet contains Norfloxacin, which works by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme DNA gyrase, thereby preventing bacterial DNA replication and leading to the death of the bacteria. Noroxin 400mg Tablet has broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria, making it effective for treating various bacterial infections.
Take Noroxin 400mg Tablet as prescribed. In some cases, Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhoea, heartburn, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Before taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or other fluoroquinolone antibiotics. Also, let your doctor know if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, or inflammation, as Noroxin 400mg Tablet is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis; this risk is higher in patients older than 60 years, in people taking steroids, or who have had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant. Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause dizziness and light-headedness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.
Uses of Noroxin 400mg Tablet
Noroxin 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Noroxin 400mg Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Noroxin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by certain bacteria.<br/> • Gastrointestinal Infections: Noroxin 400mg Tablet can be used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine, such as traveller's diarrhoea.<br/> • Prostatitis: Noroxin 400mg Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of prostatitis, an inflammation of the prostate gland often caused by bacterial infection.<br/> • Gynecological Infections: Noroxin 400mg Tablet treats certain bacterial gynecological infections, especially those affecting the lower reproductive system, such as cervical and urethral gonorrhea caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae.<br/>
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called quinolone antibiotics, used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, prostate, and gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noroxin 400mg Tablet is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Noroxin 400mg Tablet is bactericidal in nature. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase, thereby preventing the bacteria from repairing and multiplying, and ultimately killing them and treating infections. Noroxin 400mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
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Do not take Noroxin 400mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or if you have experienced swelling or tendon tearing while taking quinolone antibiotics. Noroxin 400mg Tablet is associated with an increased risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in all age groups; this risk is higher in patients over 60 years old, those taking corticosteroids, or those who have had kidney, heart, or lung transplants. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling, or inflammation while taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet. Do not take Noroxin 400mg Tablet if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness. Talk to your doctor if you have epilepsy, low potassium levels, nervous or muscle disorders, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or heart, kidney, or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet, as it may increase dizziness. Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you are fully alert.
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Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet, as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Noroxin 400mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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It is unknown if Noroxin 400mg Tablet passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet.
Driving
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause dizziness and light-headedness. So, drive only if you are alert.
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years, as its safety and effectiveness have not been established in this age group.
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Noroxin 400mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections‚ prostatitis (prostate inflammation), and gonorrhoea (a sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noroxin 400mg Tablet is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine, such as traveller's diarrhoea.
Noroxin 400mg Tablet contains Norfloxacin, which works by inhibiting the synthesis of an enzyme called DNA gyrase. Thereby, it kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections.
Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and increase your risk of sunburn. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher before going outdoors.
It is recommended to complete the course of Noroxin 400mg Tablet, even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it incomplete may lead to a more severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Avoid consuming dairy products, such as milk and yoghurt, along with Noroxin 400mg Tablet, as they may decrease the effectiveness of Noroxin 400mg Tablet.
Do not take Noroxin 400mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Noroxin 400mg Tablet and antacids, anti-ulcer medications (such as sucralfate), anti-HIV medications (like didanosine), and vitamin and mineral supplements. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Noroxin 400mg Tablet.
Consult your doctor before taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet if you have diabetes, as Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet to avoid hypoglycaemic events.
Noroxin 400mg Tablet may cause changes in liver function tests and prothrombin time (time taken for blood clotting). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Noroxin 400mg Tablet.
If you start feeling better, do not stop taking the medicine on your own. Instead, please inform your doctor about your progress and follow their advice. Completing the entire course of therapy is crucial to ensure the infection is fully treated and does not return. Your doctor will guide you on the next steps, so be sure to check in with them.
Common side effects of Noroxin 400mg Tablet may include abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
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