Uronor 400mg Tablet

Uronor 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.

Uronor 400mg 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. 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 as a side effect of this medicine. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists 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 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.

Bacterial infections

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

Uronor 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.

Q: What if you forget to take Uronor Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Uronor 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.

Your doctor has prescribed Uronor 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 Uronor 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.

Your doctor has prescribed Uronor 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 Uronor 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.

Q. Can I stop taking Uronor 400mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Uronor 400mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

In Bacterial infections

Uronor 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Headache

Dizziness

Nausea

Abdominal cramp

Increased aspartate aminotransferase

Increased alanine aminotransferase

Decreased white blood cell count

Low blood platelets

Protein in urine

Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood

Local site reactions

Alcohol:UNSAFE

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

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Uronor 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. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Uronor 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

Uronor 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Uronor 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Uronor 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Uronor 400mg Tablet is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Uronor 400mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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