Cutiflox 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Indu Drugs Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Cutiflox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections. Cutiflox 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. You may have a headache, dizziness, nausea, and constipation as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Cutiflox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
What are the safety precautions for taking Cutiflox 500mg Tablet?
Cutiflox 500mg Tablet is safe to use when taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It's essential to take it exactly as directed, without skipping any doses. If you have concerns or experience side effects, inform your doctor immediately.
What should I do if I forget a dose of Cutiflox 500mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Can Cutiflox 500mg Tablet cause gastrointestinal side effects?
Yes, Cutiflox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea as a side effect. This is due to the antibiotic's impact on both harmful and helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine. If you experience severe diarrhea, consult with your doctor.
Why should I complete my full course of treatment with Cutiflox 500mg Tablet?
It's crucial not to stop taking Cutiflox 500mg Tablet prematurely, even if you feel better. Stopping treatment too soon may lead to a recurrence or worsening of symptoms. Continue using the medication in the prescribed dose and duration.
Can Cutiflox 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, Cutiflox 500mg Tablet can increase the risk of muscle damage, particularly in the ankle. This is more common in people over 60 years old. If you experience any muscle pain while taking this medicine, inform your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cutiflox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Cutiflox 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed Cutiflox 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Cutiflox 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Cutiflox 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Cutiflox 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Cutiflox 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
