Nortex Tz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nortex Tz Information

Nortex Tz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Nortex Tz have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Nortex Tz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Nortex Tz are Abdominal cramp, Fever, Soft stools. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nortex Tz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nortex Tz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Nortex Tz's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Nortex Tz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nortex Tz related warnings section.

Nortex Tz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nortex Tz contraindications section.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Nortex Tz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Nortex Tz Benefits & Uses

Nortex Tz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Amebiasis

Nortex Tz 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: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 600 mg tinidazole, 400 mg norfloxacin and 120 million spores lactobacillus
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 600 mg tinidazole, 400 mg norfloxacin and 120 million spores lactobacillus

Nortex Tz Related Warnings

Is the use of Nortex Tz safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Nortex Tz for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Nortex Tz safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Nortex Tz for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Nortex Tz on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Nortex Tz on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Nortex Tz on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Nortex Tz on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Nortex Tz will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Nortex Tz on the Heart?

Information about safety of Nortex Tz for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Severe Interaction of Nortex Tz with Other Drugs

Nortex Tz 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

Phenobarbital

Probenecid

Nortex Tz Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism
Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer
Gastritis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nortex Tz

Is this Nortex Tz habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nortex Tz.

Nortex Tz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nortex Tz

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Nortex Tz, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nortex Tz

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nortex Tz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Nortex Tz

Question about 5 years ago

Is Nortex Tz a sulfa drug?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Nortex Tz is not a sulfa drug. It is an antibiotic belonging to a class of compounds known as antiprotozoals. It kills bacteria and other microorganisms by killing their DNA.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Nortex Tz cause metallic taste?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nortex Tz may cause metallic taste because this drug alters your sense of taste. It is the most common side effect of this drug. This effect goes away after discontinuation of the drug. If it persists even after the discontinuation of the drug, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I discontinue Nortex Tz on my own?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Nortex Tz on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Nortex Tz an antibiotic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nortex Tz is an antibiotic belonging to a class of compounds known as antiprotozoals. It kills bacteria and other microorganisms by killing their DNA.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Nortex Tz used for treating yeast infection?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Nortex Tz is not used for treating yeast infection.Nortex Tz is used for the treatment of trichomoniasis caused by T. vaginalis, in both the genders. It is also used for the treatment of giardiasis caused by G. duodenalis, and intestinal amebiasis and amebic liver abscess caused by E. histolytica, in adults as well as children older than 3 years. Antifungal medicines (fluconazole) are used to treat yeast infection.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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