Meriflox Information

Meriflox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Stomach Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Meriflox have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Meriflox. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Meriflox have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Meriflox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Meriflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Meriflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Meriflox related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Meriflox contraindications section.

Besides this, Meriflox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Meriflox Benefits & Uses

Meriflox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Meriflox 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

Meriflox Related Warnings

Is the use of Meriflox safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Meriflox safe during breastfeeding?

Meriflox 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 Meriflox on the Kidneys?

Meriflox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Meriflox on the Liver?

Information about safety of Meriflox for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Meriflox on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Meriflox with Other Drugs

Meriflox 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

Meriflox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Meriflox

Is this Meriflox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Meriflox has not been reported.

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

After taking Meriflox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Meriflox 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?

There is no benefit of taking Meriflox for mental disorders.

No

Meriflox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meriflox

Taking Meriflox with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Meriflox

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Meriflox with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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)