Pef 400mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Pef 400mg Tablet

Pefloxacin(400mg)

food interaction for Pef Tablet

alcohol interaction for Pef Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Pef Tablet

lactation interaction for Pef Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Pef 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Pef 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Information regarding the use of Pef 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pef 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Pef 400mg Tablet

Pefloxacin(400mg)

Pef tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

How pef tablet works

Pef 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Common side effects of pef tablet

Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Pef Tablet

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23 Substitutes
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    Dolphin Laboratories Ltd
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  • Pif 400mg Tablet
    (4 tablets in strip)
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 4.72/Tablet
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    Rs. 19.51
    pay 47% more per Tablet
  • Pelox 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Wockhardt Ltd
    Rs. 4.99/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 51.50
    pay 56% more per Tablet
  • Qucin 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 4.36/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 45
    pay 36% more per Tablet
  • Perti 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 2.33/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 24.06
    save 27% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Pef Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Pefloxacin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Discontinue Pefloxacin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Pef 400mg Tablet

Pefloxacin

Q. Can the use of Pef 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Pef 400mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can the use of Pef 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Pef 400mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Pef 400mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)