VIVO 400MG TAB

Overview

VIVO 400MG TAB is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

VIVO 400MG TAB is composed of: LOMEFLOXACIN (400.0 MG)

Lomefloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Lomefloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of the urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe, lungs (pneumonia).

Usage

LOMEFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Pneumonia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions


It may increase the sensitivity to sunlight; avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or artificial UV light. Patient may develop with increased risk of epilepsy, if it so, stop the medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of known or suspected CNS disorders such as epilepsy, kidney disease, tendon problems, nervous system disorders, liver disease, blood vessel problems, any drug allergies. Avoid in patients with known QT prolongation, uncorrected low potassium level in blood.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LOMEFLOXACIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LOMEFLOXACIN : Insomnia, Nausea, Head Headache, Loose Motion, Difficulty Sleeping, Constipation, Dizziness, Anxiety, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Disease Interactions

LOMEFLOXACIN can interfere with: Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Magnesium Deficiency, Congestive Heart Disease, Supraspinatus Tendonitis, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

LOMEFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLOXADAY 400MG TABINR 58.5 for 6 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
FLOXADAY TABINR 58.5 for 6 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400 MG
LOFLOX 0.3% EYE DPSINR 27.17 for 5 ML EYE DROPLOMEFLOXACIN 0.3 %
LOMADAY 400MG TABINR 111.52 for 10 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
LOMEFLOXACINLOMEFLOXACIN
LOMIBACT 3MG DPSINR 30.73 for 5 ML DROPLOMEFLOXACIN 3.0 MG
LOMITAS 400MG TABINR 75 for 4 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
LOMITAS TABINR 48 for 4 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400 MG
QUMAX 200MG TABINR 9.75 for 10 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 200 MG
SOLOFLOX 400MG TABINR 37.01 for 4 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG
VIVO 400MG TABINR 19.25 for 10 TABLETSLOMEFLOXACIN 400.0 MG