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Norfloxacin

Norfloxacin, an antibiotic, comes under the group of drugs called Fluoroquinolones. It is taken to treat various bacterial infections in the body. It treats urinary tract infections and gonorrhea. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria. The common side effects seen after taking it are diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.

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Could diarrhea, oral ulcers, and weakness indicate HIV?

Query: Hello doctor, I performed receptive fellatio on a guy 55 days back. I took RNA PCR (Ribonucleic acid polymerase chain reaction)TEST after 11 days and then again at 35 days and both were negative. I also took a fourth generation combo test (antibody and p24) on 38th day and it was negative as well. T...  Read Full »


Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Candidiasis is there. But, it is usually the late manifestation of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Since, all your tests are negative, consider yourself as negative unless proved otherwise. All other things can also happen without HIV. Go for HIV test one more ti...  Read Full »

I have urge to pee, low urine output, and pain in my vagina for the past three days that becomes noticeable after sex. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have an urge to pass urine, and while doing it, my urine output is low. It is constantly tingling and quite painful in the vaginal area for the past three days. I do not have a history of any medical condition. I had experienced similar symptoms after sex. Please suggest medication ...  Read Full »


Dr. Khushbu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to the icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. With your history, it is a urinary tract infection. I advise you to have a urine culture and sensitivity report, a type of urine test. Till then, I suggest you follow the medicines: Tablet Norflox LB (...  Read Full »

How to resolve the problem of loose stools presenting with stomach pain?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 43-year-old female. I ate something unusual yesterday, and I have a loose, watery stool. I also have stomach pain and discomfort. I lack a good appetite. What can I take to resolve this?  Read Full »


Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Have ORS (oral rehydration solution) 100 to 200 ml with each stool and keep yourself rehydrated. Drink as much as possible. You should visit a hospital to assess the hydration status, and you can also have IV fluids if needed. You can take capsule Vizylac (Lactobacillus...  Read Full »

Why do I have diarrhea after eating spicy food?

Query: Hello doctor, A few days back, I ate lots of green chili pakoras with green chutney. I am not really used to such pakoras but, I ended up eating them anyway. From the next day, I started feeling a burning sensation inside the stomach and, then started the loose motions. I have been to the loo nea...  Read Full »


Dr. Settipalli Saravan Pramod

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of indigestion and acute gastritis, which causes a constant discomfort or a burning sensation in your stomach. The duration of diarrhea can vary. Once the underlying cause is treated...  Read Full »

I am a 26-year-old male suffering from diarrhea and stomach ache since morning. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I am a 26-year-old male suffering from diarrhea and stomach ache since morning. I have taken Eldoper and Norflox-TZ but getting no relief from them. The summer is a peak at my place, and I had to roam all day yesterday due to work. I cannot drink or eat as I pass loose and watery motions r...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history in detail. This is infective diarrhea. I agreed with the antibiotic Norflox-TZ (Norfloxacin), but it will take time and not provide immediate relief. Acute diarrhea usually takes 24 to 48 hours to settle. ...  Read Full »

I had sex five days after finishing Norfloxacin. Is there a chance of getting pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I had sex five days after finishing my antibiotic Norfloxacin. Is there a chance of getting pregnant? I am on the pill for more than a year and I take it religiously.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have been taking the contraceptive pills or birth control pills, then you are absolutely safe and no chance of pregnancy. When you have been taking the pills regularly, the hormone pills will completely suppress the hormones causing the follicles to grow and ovula...  Read Full »

Is Norfloxacin safe during pregnancy?

Query: Hi doctor, I have just tested positive by prega news. But, I am suffering from diarrhea and consumed a tablet of Norflox and Pan D. Will it cause any effect on my baby? Please inform me. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly congratulations for having conceived. Ideally a single dose of Norfloxacin would not affect the conception in any way. But, it should be discontinued as it is a category C drug where risks have to be weighed against benefits before usage in pregnancy. So, pl...  Read Full »

What is the treatment for bloody mucous in my 3-year-old son's stools?

Query: Hello doctor,My nephew is 3 years old. He has been getting bloody mucus in his stool for the last six days and also is having stomach pain also. Today, it has happened 17 times. We consulted a local pediatrician. He said it might be a gastro infection. He is having consistent stomach pain. Can I kno...  Read Full »


Dr. Amit Kumar Modi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the clinical history, the child suffers from infective gastroenteritis, also known as dysentery. This is diarrhea in children. A probable cause could be food poisoning or any infection. The medicines given by your pediatrician seem to be adequate. I suggest y...  Read Full »

Are abnormalities in my urine test report due to my thyroid problem?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a thyroid problem and currently on Thyronorm 112.5. I got my complete body tests, and I have attached them. Kindly go through the reports and advice accordingly. Kindly advise on any further tests also. My urine test report is showing something, and my blood report is recommen...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). And there are some changes noticed, including increased cholesterol, triglycerides, and VLDL (very low-density lipoprotein). These enzymes have to b...  Read Full »

What medicine do you recommend for diarrhea in a 10-year-old?

Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 10 years old. She has been having diarrhea since today morning. What medicine or drops can I administer?  Read Full »


Dr. Singh Sarvendra Chandrama

Answer: Hi Welcome to icliniq.com. A 10-year-old child's average weight is 30 kg. Hence, I suggest the following medicine. Consult your doctor, discuss with him/her and take medication with concern. Give him half tablet Norflox TZ (Norfloxacin, Tinidazole and Lactobacillus) and twice a day for three days...  Read Full »

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