Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics that effectively treat diarrhea and dysentery. It kills the microorganisms to treat the infection. Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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. Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, dryness of mouth, stomach upset, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. In cases of severe liver or kidney disease, it is advised to consult your doctor before you start with the treatment. It is strictly advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery while you are on the treatment.

• Dryness in mouth
• Metallic taste
• Headache

If you miss a dose of Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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.

• Q. Q. What is Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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. Q. Can I stop taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
• Q. Q. Can Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet increase the risk of tendon rupture? ?
  Ans: Yes, Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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 Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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. Q. Can the use of Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet cause metallic taste??
  Ans: Yes, Yacanor 400mg/600mg 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.
• Q. Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: The use of Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to norfloxacin or tinidazole or any other excipient present in the medicine. It should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of tendinitis (inflammation of the tendons) or tendon rupture caused because of the use of ciprofloxacin or any other medicine which belongs to the quinolone group of antimicrobial agents. It is also avoided in patients with some neurological disorders.
• Q. Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet and for at least 3 days after the dosage is completed. Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine may cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfuram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.
• Q. Q. Can I take ORS solution with Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: Yes, you can take ORS (oral rehydration salts) with Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet. ORS is a special combination of dry salts that is mixed with clean drinking water. It can help restore the fluids lost due to diarrhea. ORS packets or solution can be availed from the nearest pharmacy, shop or from our website.
• Q. Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine??
  Ans: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet can lead to increased side effects. Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet takes time to show its full effect and treat your infection. If you are experiencing increased severity of diarrhea which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
• Q. Q. What is the recommended storage condition for Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
• Q. Q. What if I don't get better after using Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet when I feel better??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
• Q. Q. What if I miss my dose??
  Ans: Take Yacanor 400mg/600mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

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