Entroflox Information

Entroflox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Entroflox have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Entroflox. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Entroflox as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Entroflox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Entroflox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Entroflox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Entroflox related warnings section.

The section on Entroflox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Entroflox may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Entroflox Benefits & Uses

Entroflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Prostatitis
Stomach Infection

Other Benefits

Entroflox 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Entroflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Entroflox safe for pregnant women?

Entroflox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Entroflox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Entroflox safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Entroflox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Entroflox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Entroflox on the Kidneys?

Entroflox rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Entroflox on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Entroflox on the Heart?

Entroflox is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Entroflox with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Disopyramide

Warfarin

Escitalopram

Prednisolone

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Aspirin

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Probenecid

Entroflox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Entroflox

Is this Entroflox habit forming or addictive?

Entroflox does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Entroflox only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Entroflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Entroflox

The side effects of taking Entroflox with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Entroflox

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Entroflox.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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)