PRODUCT DETAILS

About Nortwin Tablet

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is an antibiotic medication primarily used to treat diarrhoea, dysentery and stomach infections. Dysentery is an intestinal infection generally lasting for three to seven days, causing severe diarrhoea with blood. Diarrhoea is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent, leading to loose, watery stools. Acute diarrhoea is a common problem and generally lasts for one or two days, whereas chronic diarrhoea lasts four weeks.

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is a combination of two antibiotics, Norfloxacin and Tinidazole, primarily taken to treat diarrhoea, dysentery, and severe stomach infections. Norfloxacin helps by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and hence killing the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Both of them help effectively treat the infection by killing the bacteria as they are bactericidal in nature.

Uses of Nortwin Tablet

Diarrhoea, Dysentry, Stomach infections

Medicinal Benefits of Nortwin Tablet

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is primarily used to treat dysentery, diarrhoea, and upset stomach. Additionally, when NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is taken as a course, as directed by a doctor, it helps eradicate and prevent the return of infections caused due to microorganisms responsible for digestive tract infections. It is a combination of two antibiotics, norfloxacin, and tinidazole. NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE plays a vital role in treating diarrhoea and dysentery. Norfloxacin helps by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and hence killing the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Both of them help effectively treat the infection by killing the bacteria as they are bactericidal in nature.

Directions for Use

Take NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE with a light meal or as directed by a doctor for best results. Do not chew, crush or break the tablet.

Side Effects of Nortwin Tablet

Like all medicines, NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some side effects of NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE include

• Nausea

• Dryness of mouth

• Stomach upset

• Nausea

• Headache

• Metallic taste or change in taste

• Loss of appetite, weakness

• Skin rash or itching

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE if you are allergic to NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE, tinidazole, norfloxacin, or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problem, any neurologic problem, Norfloxacin present in NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is known to cause tendon rupture, so be cautious while taking NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE. In patients having myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE should not be taken as it is known to worsen your condition further. NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Diarrhoea can cause dehydration, so please increase the intake of fluids. If you have constipation or have blood in stools, do not take NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE. Consumption of alcohol, along with NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE, can cause stomach irritation and increased drowsiness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), anti-coagulant/blood thinner (warfarin), anti-gout (probenecid), antibiotic (azithromycin, sulfamethoxazole, ciprofloxacin, trimethoprim, amoxicillin, metronidazole, nitrofurantoin, erythromycin), calcium supplements (calcium/vitamin D), antidiabetics (Glyburide), antiepileptics (Phenobarbital, Phenytoin) and live vaccines (cholera, typhoid).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE is known to interact if taken along with colitis (inflammation of the colon), CNS disorders, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney or liver problems, peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage of brain), QT interval prolongation, history of tendon rupture, neurological disorders, blood dyscrasia (abnormal disease of blood).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE should not be taken along with alcohol as it is known to cause stomach irritation.

PREGNANCY

Caution should be exercised, it is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

BREAST FEEDING

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE does not pass on to the child significantly via breast milk, it is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

DRIVING

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE may cause dizziness and vision problems. So, drive only if you are alert.

LIVER

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

NORFLOXACIN+TINIDAZOLE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.