Xoflox 400mg Tablet

Short Description

Xoflox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and skin infections.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Xoflox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase, preventing bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them. It 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. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. You may experience nausea as a side effect, which is usually temporary and resolves on its own. 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. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, shortness of breath or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

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. Xoflox 400mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

Nausea Diarrhea

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Xoflox 400mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Xoflox 400mg 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

Xoflox 400mg 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.

Interacting Medicines

Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride

Xoflox 400mg Tablet works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase, preventing bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose