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Norgatin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Norgatin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Norgatin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Norgatin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Norgatin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Norgatin is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Norgatin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Norgatin related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Norgatin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Norgatin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Norgatin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Norgatin 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Norgatin is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Norgatin safe for pregnant women?
Norgatin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Norgatin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Norgatin safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Norgatin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Norgatin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Kidneys?
Norgatin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Norgatin on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Norgatin will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Heart?
Norgatin is not harmful for the heart.
Norgatin 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 Norgatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Norgatin habit forming or addictive?
Norgatin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Norgatin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Norgatin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Norgatin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Norgatin
Taking Norgatin with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Norgatin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Norgatin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
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)
