Symflox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Symflox Information

Symflox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Symflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Symflox. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Symflox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Symflox are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Symflox since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Symflox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Symflox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Symflox Benefits & Uses

Symflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Symflox 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Symflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Symflox safe for pregnant women?

Symflox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Symflox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Symflox safe during breastfeeding?

Symflox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Symflox on the Kidneys?

Symflox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Symflox on the Liver?

Side effects of Symflox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Symflox on the Heart?

Symflox is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Symflox with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Symflox Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Symflox

Is this Symflox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Symflox has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Symflox should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Symflox is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Symflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Symflox

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Symflox

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Symflox

Question over 4 years ago

can I take Symflox for UTI infection?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, you can take Symflox for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow the entire course of this medicine and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Symflox with Paracetamol?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Symflox can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Symflox?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Take Symflox as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Symflox for sinus infection?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Symflox is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Symflox used for typhoid fever?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes Symflox is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.