Norwin JR 100mg Tablet Substitute
Composition:
NORFLOXACIN-100MG
Uses:
Bacterial infections, Traveller's diarrhoea
Medicinal Benefits:
Norwin JR 100mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called quinolones antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the prostate, urinary tract and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Additionally, Norwin JR 100mg Tablet is also used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea. Norwin JR 100mg Tablet is bactericidal in nature. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, kills the bacteria and treats infections. Norwin JR 100mg Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Norwin JR 100mg Tablet works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial DNA gyrase; this prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helps in treating the infections.
Norwin JR 100mg Tablet may cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight) and can make you sunburn easily. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Always wear protective clothing and sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before going out.
It is recommended to complete the course of Norwin JR 100mg Tablet even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Norwin JR 100mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.
Avoid consuming dairy products such as milk and yoghurt along with Norwin JR 100mg Tablet as they may decrease the effectiveness of Norwin JR 100mg Tablet.
Do not take Norwin JR 100mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Maintain a minimum gap of two hours between Norwin JR 100mg Tablet and antacid, anti-ulcer (sucralfate), anti-HIV (didanosine), vitamin and mineral medicines. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Norwin JR 100mg Tablet.
Consult your doctor before taking Norwin JR 100mg Tablet if you have diabetes, as Norwin JR 100mg Tablet may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Norwin JR 100mg Tablet to avoid hypoglycaemic events.
Norwin JR 100mg Tablet may cause changes in liver function tests and prothrombin time (time taken for blood clotting). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Norwin JR 100mg Tablet.