Description
NDS Nflox-TZ Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Norfloxacin 400mg and Tinidazole 600mg. This combination is used to treat mixed bacterial and protozoal infections affecting the digestive and urinary systems.
Norfloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that kills bacteria by inhibiting bacterial DNA replication. Tinidazole is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent that destroys parasites and anaerobic bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they provide broad-spectrum treatment for infections caused by susceptible microorganisms.
This medicine is commonly prescribed for infectious diarrhea, amoebic dysentery, gastrointestinal infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and gynecological infections caused by bacteria and protozoa. It is not effective against viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
Uses of NDS Nflox-TZ Tablet
- Infectious diarrhea
- Dysentery
- Amoebiasis
- Gastrointestinal infections
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Mixed bacterial and protozoal infections
- Gynecological infections (as prescribed)
Benefits of NDS Nflox-TZ Tablet
- Treats bacterial and parasitic infections effectively
- Helps relieve diarrhea and dysentery
- Eliminates infection-causing microorganisms
- Reduces abdominal pain and intestinal discomfort
- Prevents recurrence of infection when the full course is completed
How NDS Nflox-TZ Tablet Works
- Norfloxacin blocks bacterial DNA gyrase, preventing bacteria from multiplying and causing their death.
- Tinidazole damages the DNA of protozoa and anaerobic bacteria, leading to their elimination from the body.
Together, they provide effective treatment for mixed infections.
Dosage
- Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Usually taken after food with plenty of water.
- Complete the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better.
How to Use
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
- Take it at the same time every day.
- Avoid alcohol during treatment and for at least 72 hours after the last dose, as Tinidazole may cause a severe reaction with alcohol.
Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Metallic taste
- Dry mouth
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe allergic reactions, tendon pain, numbness, seizures, or persistent diarrhea.
Precautions
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, epilepsy, or nerve disorders.
- Avoid alcohol during treatment.
- Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine.
- Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight, as Norfloxacin may increase sensitivity to sunlight.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
NDS Nflox-TZ Tablet may interact with:
- Antacids containing magnesium or aluminum
- Iron or zinc supplements
- Warfarin
- Theophylline
- Corticosteroids
- Oral antidiabetic medicines
Inform your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are taking.
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