Bacigyl Information
Bacigyl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Bacigyl have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Bacigyl is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Bacigyl side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bacigyl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bacigyl is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Bacigyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bacigyl contraindications section.
Besides this, Bacigyl may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bacigyl, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bacigyl Benefits & Uses
Bacigyl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Bacigyl 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
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Bacigyl Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bacigyl is used -
Severe
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Headache
- पेट दर्द
- Weakness
Mild
- Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
- पेट की गैस
Bacigyl Related Warnings
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Is the use of Bacigyl safe for pregnant women?
Bacigyl can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Bacigyl right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Bacigyl safe during breastfeeding?
Bacigyl may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Bacigyl on the Kidneys?
Bacigyl may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Bacigyl on the Liver?
Information about safety of Bacigyl for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Bacigyl on the Heart?
Bacigyl is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Bacigyl with Other Drugs
Bacigyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Bacigyl Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bacigyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Arrhythmia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Cancer
Frequently asked Questions about Bacigyl
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Is this Bacigyl habit forming or addictive?
Bacigyl does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bacigyl can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Bacigyl should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bacigyl is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Bacigyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Bacigyl
Taking Bacigyl with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Severe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Bacigyl
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bacigyl with alcohol.
Unknown
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)
