Teriflox 500 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Union pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of mild, moderate, and severe infections
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Community-acquired pneumonia
- Uncomplicated and complicated urinary tract infections
- Acute pyelonephritis
- Uncomplicated and complicated skin and soft tissue infections
- Enteric infections
Description
Synthetic, broad-spectrum, third-generation fluoroquinolone derivative antibacterial agent for oral administration
Pharmacology
Exerts antibacterial action by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase
Dosage
- Usual doses of 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg
- Oral administration without regard to food
- Intravenous infusion only for injection
- Specific doses for different infections and age groups
Administration
- Instructions for the Use of Levofloxacin Infusion
Interaction
- Avoid co-administration with multivalent cations
- Reduced absorption with antacids, iron, and adsorbents
- Increased risk of CNS stimulation with NSAIDs
- Increased risk of bleeding with warfarin
Contraindications
History of hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Risk of retinal detachment
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate water intake during administration
- Dose adjustment in renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low potential for acute toxicity, stomach should be emptied in case of acute overdose
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C, away from light and moisture, out of reach of children