Dakson 400 mg / 600 mg Tablet (10'S)

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Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that can be taken with or without food. Take the medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Norfloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA

Pharmacokinets

The plasma half-life of tinidazole is approximately 12-14 hours. Tinidazole is excreted by the liver and the kidneys. Tinidazole is excreted in the urine mainly as unchanged drug (approximately 20-25% of the administered dose). Approximately 12% of the drug is excreted in the feces

Absorption of norfloxacin is rapid following single doses of 200 mg, 400 mg and 800 mg. At the respective doses, mean peak serum and plasma concentrations of 0.8, 1.5 and 2.4 μg/mL are attained approximately one hour after dosing.



Side Effects

Nausea

Dryness in mouth

Metallic taste

Headache

Contra Indications

Contraindicated in patients with a prior history of hypersensitivity to tinidazole or other nitroimidazole derivatives and during the first trimester of pregnancy. Use with caution and reduce dose in severe hepatic Impairment

diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.

glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.

low amount of potassium in the blood.

a type of blood disorder with a decrease in all types of blood cells called pancytopenia.

anemia.

decreased blood platelets.


Pregnancy Related Information

Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

Consuming alcohol while taking Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).


Breast Feeding Related Information

Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.


Indications

Tinidazole is indicated for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (formerly referred to as Haemophilus vaginitis, Gardnerella vaginitis, nonspecific vaginitis, or anaerobic vaginosis) in non-pregnant women 

Norfloxacin is used to treat certain bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. Norfloxacin may mask or delay the symptoms of syphilis. It is not effective against syphilis infections. Norfloxacin belongs to the class of medicines known as quinolone antibiotics.

Interactions

Some products that may interact with this drug include: alcohol-containing products (such as cough and cold syrups, aftershave), products containing propylene glycol, lopinavir/ritonavir solution, lithium. Do not take tinidazole if you are also taking disulfiram or if you have taken disulfiram within the last 2 weeks

Norfloxacin should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, milk, or other dairy products. If you are taking aluminum or magnesium-containing antacids, iron supplements, multivitamins, Didanosine

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.

Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you.

Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.

Do not use Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.

It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.

Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

How To Use

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. Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.


FAQs

Q. What is Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Norfloxacin and Tinidazole. This medication is used to treat diarrhea and dysentry caused due to infection. They work by killing the harmful microorganisms that cause infection. Together they help to treat infection more effectively.

Q. Can I stop taking Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Can Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet increase the risk of tendon rupture?

Yes, Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of tendon rupture commonly in the achilles tendon. Tendon problems can happen in people of all ages who take Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet. Inform your health care provider if you hear or feel a snap or pop, have severe pain, rapid or immediate bruising after an accident, and are unable to use the affected arm or leg. This may indicate that you have a tendon rupture.

Q. Can the use of Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet cause metallic taste?

Yes, Dakson 400 mg/600 mg Tablet can cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by chewing sugar-free gum or mints, brushing teeth after the meals and by staying hydrated.