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Is The Prescribed Medication Advisable For Stomach Pain?

Hello Doctors, My wife had pain in stomach, Doctor suggested sonography and we found (Normal usg abdomen study except minimal free fluid in pod.) My doctor prescribed , Balofloxacin Tablet 100mg----10 Tablets. So it is ok or not. Age-38 years , weight-58kg
Wed, 24 May 2023
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Hi,

Balofloxacin is an antibiotic medication that is used to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the fluoroquinolones class of drugs. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity of the infection and other factors such as the patient's age, weight, and medical history.

In the case of stomach pain, it is important to identify the underlying cause of the pain before prescribing medication. It could be due to various reasons such as gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or other conditions. Therefore, it is important to follow the doctor's advice and undergo the necessary diagnostic tests before starting any medication.

If your wife has been prescribed Balofloxacin by a qualified doctor after a thorough evaluation of her symptoms and medical history, then follow the prescribed dosage and full course of treatment as per your doctor. However, if she experiences any adverse effects or her symptoms worsen, she should immediately consult the doctor. It is also important to follow a healthy diet and lifestyle to promote faster recovery and prevent future occurrences of stomach pain.

If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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Is The Prescribed Medication Advisable For Stomach Pain?

Hi, Balofloxacin is an antibiotic medication that is used to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the fluoroquinolones class of drugs. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity of the infection and other factors such as the patient s age, weight, and medical history. In the case of stomach pain, it is important to identify the underlying cause of the pain before prescribing medication. It could be due to various reasons such as gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or other conditions. Therefore, it is important to follow the doctor s advice and undergo the necessary diagnostic tests before starting any medication. If your wife has been prescribed Balofloxacin by a qualified doctor after a thorough evaluation of her symptoms and medical history, then follow the prescribed dosage and full course of treatment as per your doctor. However, if she experiences any adverse effects or her symptoms worsen, she should immediately consult the doctor. It is also important to follow a healthy diet and lifestyle to promote faster recovery and prevent future occurrences of stomach pain. If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician