Hexoflo 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Hexal Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Ofloxacin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Hexoflo 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Hexoflo 200mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You may experience nausea and stomach pain as the side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but do consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
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. Hexoflo 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hexoflo 200mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Hexoflo 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
Hexoflo 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.
Interacting Medicines
Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride
How it works
Hexoflo 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 Hexoflo 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 Hexoflo 200mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the use of Hexoflo 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Hexoflo 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills 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 Hexoflo 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Hexoflo 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 Hexoflo 200mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Hexoflo 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 Hexoflo 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
