Loperamide + Norfloxacin

Uses

Norfloxacin and Loperamide are used in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.

How it Works

How Norfloxacin and Loperamide work Norfloxacin and Loperamide is a combination of two medicines that treat diarrhea. Norfloxacin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Loperamide is an opioid agonist that decreases intestinal contractions, making stools more solid and less frequent.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Norfloxacin and Loperamide include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, headache, dizziness, and heartburn.

Expert Advice

Take your medication on time to maintain steady levels in your body.
Do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better.
Stopping the medication early may cause the infection to return and become harder to treat.
Discontinue Norfloxacin + Loperamide and inform your doctor immediately if you experience:

a rash
itchy skin
swelling of the face and mouth
difficulty breathing

It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and maintain a healthy diet while taking the medication.
The medication may cause dizziness; avoid driving or engaging in activities that require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication, as it may increase side effects.

Other Combinations

Loperamide + Simethicone

Ciprofloxacin + Loperamide + Tinidazole

Dicyclomine + Loperamide + Metronidazole

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I miss my dose?

Take Norfloxacin+Loperamide as soon as you remember, but skip it if it's nearly time for your next dose. Do not take an extra dose to compensate for the missed one.

Can I stop taking Norfloxacin+Loperamide when I feel better?

No, you should complete the full course of Norfloxacin+Loperamide even if you feel better, as symptoms may improve before the infection is fully resolved.

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