Pefloxacin Benefits & Uses

Pefloxacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Bronchitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Pefloxacin 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pefloxacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Pefloxacin safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Pefloxacin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Pefloxacin safe during breastfeeding?

Pefloxacin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Pefloxacin on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Pefloxacin on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pefloxacin on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Pefloxacin on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Pefloxacin will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pefloxacin on the Heart?

Pefloxacin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pefloxacin with Other Drugs

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

Pefloxacin Contraindications

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

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pefloxacin

Is this Pefloxacin habit forming or addictive?

Pefloxacin is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pefloxacin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pefloxacin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Pefloxacin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pefloxacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pefloxacin

Taking Pefloxacin with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pefloxacin

Consuming Pefloxacin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe