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Alflox 400 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

NORFLOXACIN-400MG

Uses:

Bacterial infections, Traveller's diarrhoea

Medicinal Benefits:

Alflox 400 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called quinolones antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the prostate, urinary tract and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Alflox 400 Tablet is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Alflox 400 Tablet is bactericidal in nature. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, kills the bacteria and treats infections. Alflox 400 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

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Alflox 400 Tablet works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helps in treating the infections.

Alflox 400 Tablet may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.

It is recommended to complete the course of Alflox 400 Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Alflox 400 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Avoid consuming dairy products such as milk and yoghurt along with Alflox 400 Tablet as they may decrease the effectiveness of Alflox 400 Tablet.

Do not take Alflox 400 Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

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