LOMEFLOXACIN

Overview

LOMEFLOXACIN is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Lomefloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Lomefloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of the urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe, lungs (pneumonia).

Usage

LOMEFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Pneumonia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral,

Precautions

It may increase the sensitivity to sunlight; avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or artificial UV light. Patient may develop with increased risk of epilepsy, if it so, stop the medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of known or suspected CNS disorders such as epilepsy, kidney disease, tendon problems, nervous system disorders, liver disease, blood vessel problems, any drug allergies. Avoid in patients with known QT prolongation, uncorrected low potassium level in blood.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LOMEFLOXACIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LOMEFLOXACIN : Insomnia, Nausea, Head Headache, Loose Motion, Difficulty Sleeping, Constipation, Dizziness, Anxiety, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Disease Interactions

LOMEFLOXACIN can interfere with: Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Magnesium Deficiency, Congestive Heart Disease, Supraspinatus Tendonitis, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

LOMEFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with LOMEFLOXACIN as Ingredient

FLOXADAY 400MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
FLOXADAY TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400 MG
LOFLOX 0.3% EYE DPSLOMEFLOXACIN 0.3 %
LOMADAY 400MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
LOMIBACT 3MG DPSLOMEFLOXACIN 3.0 MG
LOMITAS 400MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
LOMITAS TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400 MG
QUMAX 200MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 200 MG
SOLOFLOX 400MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
VIVO 400MG TABLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG