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Toflox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Syrup, Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Toflox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Toflox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Toflox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Toflox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Toflox's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Toflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Toflox related warnings section.
Toflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Toflox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Toflox with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Toflox, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Toflox is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Toflox is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Toflox safe for pregnant women?
Toflox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Toflox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Toflox safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Toflox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Toflox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Toflox again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Toflox on the Kidneys?
Toflox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Toflox on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Toflox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Toflox on the Heart?
Toflox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Toflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Toflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Toflox habit forming or addictive?
Toflox is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Toflox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Toflox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Toflox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Toflox
Toflox may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Toflox
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Toflox as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Take Toflox if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
It is recommended to avoid taking Toflox with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Toflox causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe constipation after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Toflox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Toflox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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