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Flox Suspension works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helps in treating the infections.
Flox Suspension 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 Flox Suspension 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 Flox Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Avoid consuming dairy products such as milk and yoghurt along with Flox Suspension as they may decrease the effectiveness of Flox Suspension.
Do not take Flox Suspension 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 Flox Suspension and antacid, anti-ulcer (sucralfate), anti-HIV (didanosine), vitamin and mineral medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Flox Suspension.
Consult your doctor before taking Flox Suspension if you have diabetes, as Flox Suspension may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Flox Suspension to avoid hypoglycaemic events.
Flox Suspension 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 Flox Suspension.
Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Flox Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.
Pregnancy
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Flox Suspension belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Flox Suspension only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown if Flox Suspension passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
Flox Suspension may cause dizziness and light-headedness. So, drive only if you are alert.
Liver
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Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
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Flox Suspension is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
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About Flox Suspension
Flox Suspension belongs to the group of quinolones 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 (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Flox Suspension is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine like traveller’s diarrhoea.
Flox Suspension contains Norfloxacin which inhibits the synthesis of an enzyme called DNA gyrase. Thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. Flox Suspension has a broad spectrum antibacterial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria.
Take Flox Suspension as prescribed. In some cases, Flox Suspension may cause common side-effects such as abdominal cramps, nausea, 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.
Inform your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, or inflammation as Flox Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis; this risk is higher in patients older than 60years, in people taking steroids, or who have had kidney, heart or lung transplant. Flox Suspension may cause dizziness and light-headedness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Flox Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness.
Uses of Flox Suspension
Medicinal Benefits
Flox Suspension 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, Flox Suspension is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Flox Suspension 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. Flox Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
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Side Effects of Flox Suspension
Drug Warnings
Do not take Flox Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics. Flox Suspension is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis in all age groups; this risk is higher in patients older than 60 years, people taking corticosteroids, who have had kidney, heart or lung transplants. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Flox Suspension. Do not take Flox Suspension if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness. Talk to your doctor if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Flox Suspension as it may cause increased dizziness. Flox Suspension may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving.
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Flox Suspension 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 Flox Suspension.
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