Composition Pefloxacin (400mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoroquinolone
Action Class Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
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Manufacturer Bhavishya Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer address 8-3-677/52/2,SRIKRISHNA DEVARAYANAGAR, YELLAREDDYGUDA HYDERABAD TG 500073 INDIA
Pefloxacin (400mg)
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Aviflox 400mg Tablet
Aviflox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Basic Info
Description
Aviflox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Aviflox 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with 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. Simply take the next dose as planned.You may experience nausea, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. 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.You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that 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.
Uses
Treatment of Bacterial infections
How To 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. Aviflox 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
MOA
Aviflox 400mg 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.
What If
If you miss a dose of Aviflox 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Drug Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Aviflox 400mg 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 Aviflox 400mg 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.
Faqs
Q. Can the use of Aviflox 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Aviflox 400mg 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.
Q. Can the use of Aviflox 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Aviflox 400mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Aviflox 400mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Benifits
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Aviflox 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Dizziness
Headache
Diarrhea
Nausea
Safety Profile
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Aviflox 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aviflox 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aviflox 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.
Driving:UNSAFE
Aviflox 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aviflox 400mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Aviflox 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aviflox 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
