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Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet

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Hiral Labs Ltd

Salt Composition

Norfloxacin (400mg) + Tinidazole (600mg)

Overview Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet

Combiflox 400mg/600mg tablets, a dual-antibiotic formulation, provide effective relief from diarrhea and dysentery by eliminating the causative microorganisms. This prescription medication can be administered with or without food, always following your physician's prescribed dosage and duration. Exceeding the recommended dose may cause adverse reactions. Missed doses should be taken promptly upon recollection. Complete the entire course of treatment, even if symptoms improve. Potential side effects, including nausea, dry mouth, and indigestion, may occur. Maintaining a nutritious diet and adequate hydration can help mitigate these. Report any worsening side effects to your doctor immediately. Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Alcohol consumption should be avoided due to potential increased dizziness. Individuals with severe liver or kidney impairment should seek medical advice prior to commencing treatment. Refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery while taking this medication.

Uses of Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet

Managing Diarrhea and Dysentery

Major Benefits of Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet whole; avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking it. Administer this medication with food.

Common Side effects of Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet:

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Metallic taste
  • Headache

How to use Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets should be administered with a meal.

How Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet works:

Combiflox, a 400mg/600mg tablet, unites Norfloxacin and Tinidazole, two antibiotics, to combat infection. Norfloxacin halts bacterial reproduction and repair, leading to bacterial death. Tinidazole eliminates parasitic and anaerobic bacteria through DNA disruption, providing comprehensive infection control.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Ingestion of alcohol during Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet treatment can lead to adverse effects including facial redness, tachycardia, queasiness, polydipsia, pectoral pain, and hypotension (a Disulfiram-like reaction).

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible risks before prescribing. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Driving ability may be impaired by Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablets, which can induce drowsiness, coordination difficulties, or sensory disturbances such as numbness or weakness.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Physician consultation is recommended. Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets are contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney disease.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with severe hepatic impairment should use Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets cautiously. Dosage modification may be necessary; physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet :

Should you forget to take your Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet, administer it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing pattern. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet

LabelValue
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Gastrointestinal system

FAQs on Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet

Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets combine norfloxacin and tinidazole to effectively treat infectious diarrhea and dysentery. These medications combat harmful microorganisms, providing superior infection control.
Continue taking your Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets as prescribed; finish the entire course, even if you feel better. Full recovery requires completing the treatment, as symptoms can improve before the infection is fully eradicated.
Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets can increase the risk of tendon rupture, particularly in the Achilles tendon, affecting people of all ages. Report any sudden, severe pain, popping or snapping sounds, rapid bruising, or inability to use an affected limb to your doctor immediately, as these may signal a tendon rupture.
A metallic taste is a possible temporary side effect of Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets. This can be lessened by chewing sugar-free gum or mints, brushing your teeth after meals, and drinking plenty of fluids.
Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets are contraindicated in patients allergic to norfloxacin, tinidazole, or any other tablet component. Patients with a history of ciprofloxacin- or quinolone-associated tendinitis or tendon rupture, and those with certain neurological disorders, should also avoid this medication.
Don't drink alcohol while taking Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets, or for three days afterward. Combining alcohol with this medication can cause a severe reaction (similar to a disulfiram reaction), including stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and facial flushing or redness.
Yes, you can safely use oral rehydration salts (ORS) alongside Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets. ORS, a mixture of salts dissolved in clean water, replenishes fluids lost from diarrhea. Obtain ORS packets or solutions from your local pharmacy, store, or our website.
Exceeding the recommended dose of Floxid 400mg/600mg tablets may worsen side effects. Floxid requires time to fully take effect and treat your infection. If you have persistent, severe diarrhea despite taking the prescribed dose, consult your doctor.
Store this medication in its original, tightly closed container, following the storage instructions on the label or packaging. Discard any unused medication safely and ensure it remains inaccessible to children, pets, and others.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms worsen during treatment or persist after completing the prescribed course.
Continue taking your Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet as prescribed, completing the entire course. Even if you feel better, the infection may not be fully cleared.
Remember to take your Floxid 400mg/600mg tablet as soon as you realize you've missed a dose. If it's nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Never double the dose to compensate.
Floxid 400mg/600mg Tablet
43
MRP 50
14% off