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Generic name: Norfloxacin Tablets (nor-FLOX-a-sin)
Brand name: Noroxin

Description
Norfloxacin is a synthetic, broad-spectrum antibacterial agent for oral administration. It is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, which works to kill sensitive bacteria.

Uses To treat certain infections caused by bacteria, like prostate, urinary tract infections and gonorrhea

How to take?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. Should be taken every 12 hours for 7-28 days, twice a day. For gonorrhea, a single dose is taken. Take norfloxacin exactly as directed by your doctor.

Safety tips
Before taking norfloxacin, follow the following guidelines:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any type of drugs.
• Tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other antibiotics.
• Do not take with antacids , chewable/buffered tablets or oral solution, iron or zinc supplements, or vitamins that contain iron or zinc. Take these medicines 2 hours before or after norfloxacin.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, colitis, stomach problems, epilepsy, vision problems, heart disease, or history of stroke.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding or plan to become pregnant.
• If you are having surgery, tell the doctor that you are taking norfloxacin.
• Take Norfloxacin with a full glass of water.
• Drinking extra fluids while taking Norfloxacin is very essential.
• Continue taking Norfloxacin for the full course of treatment to clear up your infection completely.
• If you miss a dose , take it as soon as possible. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Side effects
All medicines have their side effects, which might affect people with minor or major or no side effects. Consuming norfloxacin might cause

Dizziness Headache Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Dark urine Unusual fatigue

• Loss of appetite
• Stomach upset or cramps
• Severe allergic reactions
• Trouble sleeping
• Vaginal yeast infection
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes etc.
• Vision changes