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Bacigyl 100 Syrup Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
NORFLOXACIN-100MG
Uses:
Bacterial infections, Traveller's diarrhoea
Medicinal Benefits:
Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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, Bacigyl 100 Syrup is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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. Bacigyl 100 Syrup is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
FAQs
Bacigyl 100 Syrup works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helps in treating the infections.
Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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 Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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 Bacigyl 100 Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Avoid consuming dairy products such as milk and yoghurt along with Bacigyl 100 Syrup as they may decrease the effectiveness of Bacigyl 100 Syrup.
Do not take Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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 Bacigyl 100 Syrup and antacid, anti-ulcer (sucralfate), anti-HIV (didanosine), vitamin and mineral medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Bacigyl 100 Syrup.
Consult your doctor before taking Bacigyl 100 Syrup if you have diabetes, as Bacigyl 100 Syrup may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Bacigyl 100 Syrup to avoid hypoglycaemic events.
Bacigyl 100 Syrup 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 Bacigyl 100 Syrup.
