Lomefloxacin Benefits & Uses

Lomefloxacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

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

Lomefloxacin 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lomefloxacin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lomefloxacin is used -

Moderate

Hallucinations

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Dizziness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
पेट दर्द
Tremor
Dyspepsia
पेट की गैस
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Vertigo

Lomefloxacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lomefloxacin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lomefloxacin. It is best to stop taking Lomefloxacin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Lomefloxacin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Lomefloxacin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lomefloxacin on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lomefloxacin on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Lomefloxacin on the Heart?

Lomefloxacin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lomefloxacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Warfarin

Quinidine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Moderate

Aspirin

Mild

Probenecid

Lomefloxacin Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lomefloxacin

Is this Lomefloxacin habit forming or addictive?

Lomefloxacin does not cause addiction.

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

Lomefloxacin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lomefloxacin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Lomefloxacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lomefloxacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lomefloxacin

When consumed with certain foods, Lomefloxacin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lomefloxacin

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

Severe