Loc Tablet Information

Loc Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Loc Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Loc Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Loc Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Loc Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loc Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Loc Tablet related warnings talks about Loc Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy must refrain from the use of Loc Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Loc Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Loc Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Loc Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Loc Benefits & Uses
Loc Dosage & How to Take
Loc Side Effects
Loc Related Warnings
Loc Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Loc
Loc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Loc Tablet Benefits & Uses

Loc Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Loc Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 400 mg norfloxacin and tinidazole 600 mg
Geriatric	Disease: Stomach Infection Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 400 mg norfloxacin and tinidazole 600 mg

Loc Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Loc Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Loc can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Loc right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Loc Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Loc. Immediately discontinue Loc if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Loc Tablet on the Kidneys?

Loc may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loc Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Loc rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Loc Tablet on the Heart?

Loc is completely safe for the heart.

Loc Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loc Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Arrhythmia
Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Loc Tablet

Is this Loc Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Loc Tablet.

Loc Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loc Tablet

Taking Loc Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loc Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Loc Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tindamax® (tinidazole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839