Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet NORFLOX 0.3% eye / ear drops, solution
- Product code:
- W51513001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- ophthalmic / auricular
- Substance:
- norfloxacin (fluoroquinolone antibiotic)
- ATC
- S03AAN2 — Sensory organs | Antiinfectives
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Photosensitivity
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
Major drug interactions
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Neuropathy / neurotoxicity
This medicine may affect the nerves or nervous system.
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Seizure risk
This medicine may increase the risk of seizures.
Tendonitis / tendon rupture
Stop treatment and seek medical advice if tendon pain occurs.
Norfloxacin is an antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class, used to treat bacterial infections. It is effective against a broad spectrum of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infections (cystitis, pyelonephritis), gastrointestinal infections (such as bacterial diarrhea), and genital tract infections, including bacterial prostatitis.
It is taken orally, usually in tablet form, with the dosage and duration of treatment determined by the doctor based on the type and severity of the infection. Norfloxacin should be taken on an empty stomach with a full glass of water to ensure optimal absorption.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headaches. In rare cases, it may cause more serious reactions, such as tendinopathy (inflammation of tendons), tendon rupture, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), or central nervous system disturbances (confusion, seizures).
Norfloxacin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones, in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and in children under 18 years of age due to the risk of cartilage damage. It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of tendon disorders or renal impairment.
It is essential for patients to strictly follow their doctor's instructions, complete the full course of treatment, and avoid excessive sun exposure while taking norfloxacin, as it may increase sensitivity to light.
It is taken orally, usually in tablet form, with the dosage and duration of treatment determined by the doctor based on the type and severity of the infection. Norfloxacin should be taken on an empty stomach with a full glass of water to ensure optimal absorption.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, and headaches. In rare cases, it may cause more serious reactions, such as tendinopathy (inflammation of tendons), tendon rupture, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), or central nervous system disturbances (confusion, seizures).
Norfloxacin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones, in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and in children under 18 years of age due to the risk of cartilage damage. It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of tendon disorders or renal impairment.
It is essential for patients to strictly follow their doctor's instructions, complete the full course of treatment, and avoid excessive sun exposure while taking norfloxacin, as it may increase sensitivity to light.
General data about NORFLOX 0.3%
- Substance:
- norfloxacin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-01-2019
- Product code:
- W51513001
- Concentration:
- 0.3%
- Pharmaceutical form:
- eye / ear drops, solution
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for norfloxacin
Concentrations available for norfloxacin
- 0.3%
- 400mg