Norgatin Information

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

Norgatin Benefits & Uses

Norgatin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Norgatin 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

Norgatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Norgatin safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Norgatin safe during breastfeeding?

Norgatin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Kidneys?

Norgatin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Norgatin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Norgatin on the Heart?

Using Norgatin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Norgatin with Other Drugs

Norgatin 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

Norgatin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Norgatin

Is this Norgatin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Norgatin.

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

After taking Norgatin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Norgatin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Norgatin only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Norgatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Norgatin

Taking certain foods and Norgatin together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Norgatin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Norgatin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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