Norfloxacin

CLASSIFICATION

Antibiotic that belongs to the class of fluoroquinolone antibiotics

USES

Norfloxacin is a medicine used to fight bacterial infections in the body. It’s helpful for treating things like:

Urinary tract infections

Prostate infections

Stomach or gut infections.

HOW IT WORKS

Norfloxacin helps stop bacteria from making and fixing their DNA, so they can’t live or spread.

DOSAGE

As directed by the physician

PRECAUTIONS

Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to any of the following should not take norfloxacin.

Norfloxacin

Noroxin

Any other medicine known as a fluoroquinolone

Any of the ingredients in the specific product dispensed

Tendon Problems: Do not take norfloxacin if you have ever had a tendon problem, including tendonitis or a tear in one of your tendons, from this medicine or a similar antibiotic (fluoroquinolone).

SIDE EFFECTS

Norfloxacin might have some side effects. Some of the rare side effects are –

Fever

Hives or welts

Itching and skin rash

Irritability

Nausea

Joint pain and inflammation

Lack of appetite

Discomfort in arm, jaw, back, and neck

Fast and abnormal heartbeat

Feeling sad or empty

Itching in the rectal area

Soreness and irritation of the mouth

Increased sweating

Red skin

Shortness of breath

Vomiting

Trouble sleeping

Anxiety

Black and tarry stools

Bleeding gums

Constipation

Cool and pale skin

Dark-coloured urine

Double vision

Unusual bleeding and bruising

Dizziness and light-headedness

Headache

Weight gain

Increased sensitivity to sunlight

Increased urination

Difficulty with moving

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage

SIDE EFFECTS

Norfloxacin might have some side effects. Some of the rare side effects are –

Fever

Hives or welts

Itching and skin rash

Irritability

Nausea

Joint pain and inflammation

Lack of appetite

Discomfort in arm, jaw, back, and neck

Fast and abnormal heartbeat

Feeling sad or empty

Itching in the rectal area

Soreness and irritation of the mouth

Increased sweating

Red skin

Shortness of breath

Vomiting

Trouble sleeping

Anxiety

Black and tarry stools

Bleeding gums

Constipation

Cool and pale skin

Dark-coloured urine

Double vision

Unusual bleeding and bruising

Dizziness and light-headedness

Headache

Weight gain

Increased sensitivity to sunlight

Increased urination

Difficulty with moving

Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.