Deflox DS 250 mg/5 ml (Powder for Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ciprofloxacin |
| Company | Desh pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of single infection or mixed infections caused by susceptible organisms
- Can be used for infections caused by organisms resistant to other antibiotics
- Treatment of urinary, respiratory, and gastrointestinal tract infections
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of gastrointestinal infections
- Treatment of bone and joint infections
- Treatment of pelvic infections
- Treatment of eye, ear, nose, and throat infections
- Treatment of gonorrhea
- Treatment of biliary tract infections
- Treatment of intra-abdominal infections
Pharmacology
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Active against gram-negative and gram-positive aerobic bacteria
- Bactericidal action results from interference with DNA gyrase
- Well-absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract
- Widely distributed into body tissues and fluids
- Half-life of approximately 3.5 hours
- Excretion in urine
- Synthetic quinolone anti-infective agent
Dosage
- Dosage range for adults: 100-750 mg twice daily
- Specific dosages for urinary, respiratory, and gastrointestinal tract infections
- Dosage adjustment for impaired renal function
- Duration of treatment depending on severity of infection
- Dosage recommendations for adolescents and children
- Extended-release tablet recommendations
- IV infusion dosage recommendations
Administration
- Instructions for IV infusion administration
Interaction
- Avoid concurrent administration with certain antacids or products containing certain minerals
- Avoid concurrent intake with milk or dairy products
Contraindications
- Patients with history of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or related compounds
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Disturbances of the central nervous system
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Joint pain
- Mild photosensitivity
- Transient increase in liver enzymes
- Risk of hypoglycemia and mental health adverse effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with suspected or known CNS disorders
- Caution with concurrent administration of certain products
Use in Special Populations
- Not a first-choice drug in pediatric population
Overdose Effects
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
- Abdominal discomfort
- Renal and hepatic impairment
- Crystalluria
- Haematuria
- Reversible renal toxicity
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antimicrobial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children