Virflox 750 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 18.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ciprofloxacin |
| Company | Virgo pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of single or mixed infections
- Infections resistant to other antibiotics
- Urinary tract infections
- Respiratory tract infections
- Gonorrhea treatment
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Bone and joint infections
- Eye, ear, nose, and throat infections
- Gastrointestinal infections
Pharmacology
- Synthetic quinolone anti-infective agent
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Active against gram negative and gram positive bacteria
- Bactericidal action via DNA gyrase interference
- Rapid and well absorption from G.I. tract
- Widely distributed into body tissues and fluids
Dosage
- Dosage determined by severity, type of infection, and patient characteristics
- Dosage range for adults: 100-750 mg twice daily
- Specific dosage recommendations for different infections
- Adjustment for impaired renal function
- No dosage adjustment for elderly
Administration
- Instruction for use of Ciprofloxacin IV infusion
- Proper handling and administration techniques
Interaction
- Avoid concurrent administration with certain antacids or dairy products
- Two-hour gap before/after certain products
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or other quinolones
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system disturbances
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Joint pain, photosensitivity, transient increase in liver enzymes
- Risk of hypoglycemia and mental health adverse effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy
- Not recommended for nursing mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with CNS disorders
- Special considerations for administration with certain products
Use in Special Populations
- Not a first choice drug in pediatric population
Overdose Effects
- Seizures, hallucinations, confusion
- Abdominal discomfort, renal and hepatic impairment
- Crystalluria, haematuria, reversible renal toxicity
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
- Anti-diarrhoeal Antimicrobial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children