food interaction for Perti Tablet

alcohol interaction for Perti Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Perti Tablet

lactation interaction for Perti Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Perti 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Perti 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Information regarding the use of Perti 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Perti 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 Perti 400mg Tablet

Pefloxacin(400mg)

Perti 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 perti tablet works

Perti 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 perti tablet

Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Dizziness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Perti Tablet

23 Substitutes
23 Substitutes
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  • Perflox 400mg Tablet
    (4 tablets in strip)
    Dolphin Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 4.60/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 19
    pay 97% more per Tablet
  • Pif 400mg Tablet
    (4 tablets in strip)
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 4.72/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 19.51
    pay 103% more per Tablet
  • Pelox 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Wockhardt Ltd
    Rs. 4.99/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 51.50
    pay 114% more per Tablet
  • Qucin 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 4.36/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 45
    pay 87% more per Tablet
  • Plx 400mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Veritaz Healthcare Ltd
    Rs. 3.92/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 40.45
    pay 68% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Perti 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 Perti 400mg Tablet

Pefloxacin

Q. Can the use of Perti 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Perti 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 Perti 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Perti 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 Perti 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 15 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)