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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Noxitef Tablet 10's is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections, prostatitis (prostate inflammation) and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, it is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine like traveller's diarrhoea. It contains Norfloxacin, which kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. In some cases, it may cause common side effects such as abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, and dizziness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

NORFLOXACIN-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Noxitef Tablet 10's

Noxitef Tablet 10's belongs to the group of quinolones antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections, prostatitis (prostate inflammation) and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noxitef Tablet 10's is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine like traveller’s diarrhoea. 

Noxitef Tablet 10's contains Norfloxacin which inhibits the synthesis of an enzyme called DNA gyrase. Thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. Noxitef Tablet 10's has a broad spectrum antibacterial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria.

Take Noxitef Tablet 10's as prescribed. In some cases, Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause common side-effects such as abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.

Inform your doctor if you experience pain in tendons, swelling, or inflammation as Noxitef Tablet 10's is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis; this risk is higher in patients older than 60years, in people taking steroids, or who have had kidney, heart or lung transplant. Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and light-headedness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Noxitef Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

Uses of Noxitef Tablet 10's

Treatment of Bacterial infections, Traveller's diarrhoea

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew the tablet/capsule. Take it on an empty stomach, i.e., one hour before food or two hours after food. Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Noxitef Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called quinolones antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the prostate, urinary tract and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noxitef Tablet 10's is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Noxitef Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, kills the bacteria and treats infections. Noxitef Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

How Noxitef Tablet 10's Works

Noxitef Tablet 10's contains Norfloxacin which inhibits the synthesis of an enzyme called DNA gyrase. Thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. Noxitef Tablet 10's has a broad spectrum antibacterial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Noxitef Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Heartburn
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal cramps

What if I have taken an overdose of Noxitef Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Noxitef Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Noxitef Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you had swelling or tearing of tendons while taking quinolone antibiotics. Noxitef Tablet 10's is associated with an increased risk of tendon rupture and tendonitis in all age groups; this risk is higher in patients older than 60 years, people taking corticosteroids, who have had kidney, heart or lung transplants. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Noxitef Tablet 10's. Do not take Noxitef Tablet 10's if you have myasthenia gravis, as it may cause increased muscle weakness. Talk to your doctor if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes,  rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Noxitef Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness. Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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NorfloxacinDisopyramide
Critical
NorfloxacinCisapride
Critical

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NorfloxacinDisopyramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with Disopyramide can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with Disopyramide together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with Cisapride can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with Cisapride together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinSotalol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with Sotalol together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
The combination of Amiodarone and Noxitef Tablet 10's may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amiodarone and Noxitef Tablet 10's interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
NorfloxacinMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Using Mesoridazine together with Noxitef Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Noxitef Tablet 10's is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorfloxacinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Using bepridil together with Noxitef Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with Bepridil is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or a fast or pounding heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
NorfloxacinBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
When BCG vaccine is used with Noxitef Tablet 10's, its effectiveness may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with BCG vaccine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience Abdominal pain, anal/rectal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, dyspepsia/heartburn, flatulence, loose stools, vomiting, abdominal swelling, or mouth ulcer, call a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinGlimepiride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with Glimepiride may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Glimepiride can be taken with Noxitef Tablet 10's if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinIloperidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with Iloperidone can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with Iloperidone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
NorfloxacinMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Noxitef Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Noxitef Tablet 10's with mifepristone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Noxitef Tablet 10's with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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NORFLOXACIN-400MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks, Fruit juices
Moderate

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NORFLOXACIN-400MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks, Fruit juices
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Cocoa, Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Energy Drinks With Caffeine, Green Tea, Kola Nut, Tea, Tiramisu, Orange Juice

How to manage the interaction:
Consuming dairy products, cereal, or orange juice with Noxitef Tablet 10's can interfere with its absorption and reduce its levels in the blood and urinary tract. Using caffeine together with Noxitef Tablet 10's may increase the effects of caffeine. Noxitef Tablet 10's dose should be taken at least one hour before or two hours after consuming dairy products, cereal, or orange juice. Avoid taking caffeine with Noxitef Tablet 10's. Contact a doctor if you experience headaches, tremors, restlessness, nervousness, insomnia, and increased blood pressure or heart rate.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.

  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Noxitef Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Noxitef Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Noxitef Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown if Noxitef Tablet 10's passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and light-headedness. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Noxitef Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

FAQs

Noxitef Tablet 10's is used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is indicated in the treatment of urinary tract infections, prostatitis (prostate inflammation) and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Noxitef Tablet 10's is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine like traveller’s diarrhoea.
Noxitef Tablet 10's works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helps in treating the infections.
Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.
It is recommended to complete the course of Noxitef Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Noxitef Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Avoid consuming dairy products such as milk and yoghurt along with Noxitef Tablet 10's as they may decrease the effectiveness of Noxitef Tablet 10's.
Do not take Noxitef Tablet 10's on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Noxitef Tablet 10's and antacid, anti-ulcer (sucralfate), anti-HIV (didanosine), vitamin and mineral medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Noxitef Tablet 10's.
Consult your doctor before taking Noxitef Tablet 10's if you have diabetes, as Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Noxitef Tablet 10's to avoid hypoglycaemic events.
Noxitef Tablet 10's may cause changes in liver function tests and prothrombin time (time taken for blood clotting). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Noxitef Tablet 10's.
If you're feeling better, don't stop taking the medicine! Instead, report your progress to your doctor and follow their advice. Remember, finishing the entire course of therapy is crucial to ensuring the infection is fully gone and doesn't come back. Your doctor will guide you on what to do next, so check in with them.
Common side-effects of Noxitef Tablet 10's may include abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.
I am a pregnant woman. Is it safe to use Noxitef Tablet 10's?

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116.
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