Alciflox 500mg Tablet

Short Description

Alciflox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including those of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, soft tissues, and lungs.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Alciflox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infectious microorganisms. It is effective in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). Common side effects include nausea and diarrhea, which usually resolve on their own. However, if these symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor. It is important to complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems and those who are allergic to any of its ingredients.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Alciflox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Alciflox 500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves and cocoa beans.

Alciflox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Your doctor has prescribed Alciflox 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Alciflox 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.