Eflox 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Eflox Information

Eflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Eflox have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Eflox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Eflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Eflox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Eflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eflox related warnings section.

Eflox can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Eflox in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Eflox contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Eflox have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eflox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Eflox Benefits & Uses
Eflox Dosage & How to Take
Eflox Side Effects
Eflox Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Eflox with Other Drugs
Eflox Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Eflox
Eflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Eflox Benefits & Uses

Eflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Eflox Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Eflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Eflox safe for pregnant women?

Eflox may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Eflox again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Eflox safe during breastfeeding?

Eflox may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Eflox, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Eflox.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eflox on the Kidneys?

Eflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Eflox on the Liver?

Eflox is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Eflox on the Heart?

Side effects of Eflox rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Eflox with Other Drugs

Eflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Eflox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Eflox

Is this Eflox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Eflox has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Eflox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Eflox can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Eflox only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Eflox is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Eflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eflox

Some foods when eaten with Eflox can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Eflox

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Eflox as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Eflox

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Eflox with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Eflox can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Eflox with doxycyclin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Eflox can be taken with doxycycline. No drug-drug interactions are reported between them. Doxycyclin also does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist. Please consult your doctor, if you feel any complication after consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Eflox works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Eflox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Eflox affect tendons and muscles?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Eflox can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Eflox used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Eflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.