Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm

Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm contains a class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones, primarily used to treat topical infections caused by the bacteria, including skin infections and acne vulgaris. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm contains topical antibacterial Nadifloxacin, which helps treat and prevent a wide range of skin bacterial infections. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells and kills the bacteria, thereby preventing the infection's further spread. Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm is a broad-spectrum antibiotic against most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (that lives without oxygen).

Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm should be applied in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You may experience application site reactions like a burning sensation, itching, and rashes in some cases. Most of these side effects of Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to nadifloxacin or any of the ingredients of Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm. Don't apply Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm on broken skin and avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. The infected area should not be covered with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, which may increase the risk of side effects.  If you are breastfeeding, wash the area properly before breastfeeding as Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm can be harmful if taken by the baby with milk.

Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm contains antibiotic Nadifloxacin, which helps treat and prevent a wide range of bacterial skin infections caused by most Gram-negative bacteria, many Gram-positive bacteria, and some anaerobes bacteria (that lives without oxygen) including Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis. It is bactericidal in nature and works by killing bacteria that cause infections by prevents the formation of their cell wall required for living. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether it kills the bacteria. Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm has the advantage of good penetration in most deep tissues. Hence, it is used for bacterial skin infections.

Do not apply Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to nadifloxacin or any other quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics such as delafloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and ciprofloxacin. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Don't apply Nadoxin Ointment 5 gm on broken skin; avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. The infected area should not be covered with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.