Novocin 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Levofloxacin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Captab Biotec |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Novocin 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and lungs (pneumonia). Novocin 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.
Novocin 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.
Is Novocin 500mg Tablet safe?
Novocin 500mg Tablet is generally safe when taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It's important to follow the dosage and duration recommended by your physician, and contact them immediately if you experience any adverse effects.
What if I forget to take a dose of Novocin 500mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Novocin 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If the next scheduled dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and continue with your medication as prescribed by your physician. Avoid double-dosing to compensate for missed doses, as this could increase side effects.
Can the use of Novocin 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, some individuals may experience diarrhea while taking Novocin 500mg Tablet. This is due to the antibiotic's effect on both harmful and beneficial bacteria in the gut.
Can I stop taking Novocin 500mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not discontinue using Novocin 500mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment as prescribed by your physician. Your symptoms may improve while still fighting the infection. Stopping medication early may result in incomplete cure, potentially leading to symptom recurrence or worsening.
Can the use of Novocin 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, Novocin 500mg Tablet has been associated with an increased risk of muscle damage, particularly in the ankle joint. Muscle damage can occur in individuals of any age who take this medication, but it may be more prevalent in older individuals (above 60 years).
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. Novocin 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Novocin 500mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
- Your doctor has prescribed Novocin 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 Novocin 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- 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 Novocin 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Novocin 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
Novocin 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.
