Alciflox D 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alciflox D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Alciflox D safe for pregnant women?
Alciflox D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Alciflox D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Alciflox D. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Alciflox D on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Alciflox D. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Alciflox D on the Liver?
Alciflox D can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Alciflox D on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Alciflox D on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Alciflox D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alciflox D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alciflox D habit forming or addictive?
Alciflox D is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Alciflox D since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Alciflox D should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alciflox D is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alciflox D
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Alciflox D and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alciflox D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alciflox D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Alciflox D can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Alciflox D 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 together.
Alciflox D should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Alciflox D to you.
Yes, you can take Alciflox D for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Alciflox D is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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