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Geenor 400 Tablet

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Product introduction

Geenor 400 Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. It works by killing the microorganisms that cause infection. It also works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections.

Geenor 400 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. If you stop taking this medicine too early, the bacteria may continue to grow and the infection may return or worsen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, headache, dizziness, and stomach pain. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.  Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Benefits of Geenor Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Geenor 400 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. It also helps treat as well as prevent diarrhea that may occur due to the use of this medicine or due to stomach/gut(intestine) infections.
Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Side effects of Geenor Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Geenor

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Increased aspartate aminotransferase
  • Increased alanine aminotransferase
  • Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
  • Low blood platelets
  • Protein in urine
  • Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood

How to use Geenor Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Geenor 400 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Geenor Tablet works

Geenor 400 Tablet is a combination of two medicines. Norfloxacin is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them. Lactobacillus is a probiotic. It works by restoring the balance of good bacteria in the intestine that may get upset after antibiotic use or due to intestinal infections. This is how it works to treat bacterial infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Geenor 400 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Geenor 400 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Geenor 400 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Geenor 400 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Geenor 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Geenor 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Geenor 400 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Geenor 400 Tablet must be taken on an empty stomach at the same time every day.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

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References

  1. Norfloxacin. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: K Merck & Co.; 2008. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Lactobacillus. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2018] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Norfloxacin. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Lactobacillius. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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