Baloxin 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Balofloxacin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Baloxin 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Baloxin 200mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early, infection may return or worsen. You may have allergic reactions, altered liver function tests, stomach pain, and nausea as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist for a longer duration.
Directions for Use
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. Baloxin 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Diarrhea Pain in tendons Numbness Tingling sensations
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Baloxin 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Baloxin 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Baloxin 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride
How it works
Baloxin 200mg 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Baloxin 200mg 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 Baloxin 200mg 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the use of Baloxin 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Baloxin 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Can I stop taking Baloxin 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Baloxin 200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Baloxin 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Baloxin 200mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (Achilles tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Baloxin 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
