Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole

Dosage Forms Available

• Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole is available in tablet form for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for adults. It is not routinely prescribed for children unless specified by a doctor.

Contraindications

• Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any components of the medicine. It should also not be used by individuals with a history of tendon disorders related to quinolone use and is contraindicated in those with epilepsy or other seizure disorders.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antacids (such as aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide), iron supplements (like ferrous sulfate), anticoagulants (including warfarin), immunosuppressants (such as cyclosporine), and anti-seizure medications (like phenytoin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole may result in severe dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and headache. If these symptoms occur, it is crucial to seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. In such cases, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage nausea, try taking this medicine with food or milk.

• If experiencing dizziness, ensure to sit or lie down until the feeling passes.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole may cause dizziness or drowsiness. It is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole during pregnancy or lactation should be avoided unless deemed necessary by a doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised when using Lactobacillus + Norfloxacin + Tinidazole in patients with kidney or liver disease. Adjustments to dosage may be necessary based on individual renal or hepatic function.

• Patients with central nervous system disorders should also use this medicine cautiously due to the risk of seizures associated with fluoroquinolones like norfloxacin.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain adequate hydration while taking this medication to help reduce potential side effects such as nausea and dizziness.

• Incorporating probiotic-rich foods like yogurt and kefir can support gut health during antibiotic therapy. These foods help replenish beneficial bacteria disrupted by antibiotic use.

• Avoid excessive caffeine as it may exacerbate side effects like nausea and dizziness.

• Practice good hygiene especially handwashing to help prevent infections which might require antibiotic treatment.