Loc Information

Loc is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Loc have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Loc is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Loc have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Loc are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Loc's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Loc related warnings talks about Loc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Loc can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Loc in conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. Other contraindications of Loc have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Loc may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Loc Benefits & Uses

Loc is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Loc 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

Loc Related Warnings

Is the use of Loc safe for pregnant women?

Loc may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Loc again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Loc safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Loc. If you see any side effects, stop taking Loc immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Loc again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Loc on the Kidneys?

Loc rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loc on the Liver?

Loc may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Loc on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Loc for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Loc with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Aspirin

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Probenecid

Phenobarbital

Loc Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Loc

Is this Loc habit forming or addictive?

Loc does not cause addiction.

Loc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loc

It is safe to take Loc with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loc

Taking Loc with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

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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)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839