Uniflox 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 240.00)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ciprofloxacin |
| Company | Aexim pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
- Uniflox
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibiotics
- Anti-infective
Description
- Treatment of bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms
- Broad-spectrum activity against gram-negative and gram-positive aerobic bacteria
- Rapid and well absorption from the gastrointestinal tract
- Widely distributed into body tissues and fluids
- Dosage dependent on severity and type of infection, and patient factors such as age, weight, and renal function
- Recommended dosages for lower and upper urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, gonorrhea, cystic fibrosis, and other infections
- Dosage adjustment in cases of impaired renal function
- Dosage and treatment duration for adults, adolescents, and children
- Administration via oral tablets, extended-release tablets, and IV infusion
- Instructions for IV infusion preparation and administration
- Contraindications for patients with hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or other quinolones
- Possible side effects including gastrointestinal disturbances, central nervous system disturbances, hypersensitivity reactions, joint pain, photosensitivity, and liver enzyme increase
- Use precautions in patients with CNS disorders or predisposition to seizures, and caution with concurrent administration with certain antacids or dairy products
- Use not recommended during pregnancy and lactation, and not a first-choice drug in pediatric population
- Potential overdose effects including seizures, hallucinations, renal and hepatic impairment, and reversible renal toxicity
- Therapeutic class as 4-Quinolone preparations and Anti-diarrheal Antimicrobial drugs
- Storage conditions below 30°C, protected from light and moisture, and keep out of the reach of children
Dimensions
- 100-750 mg tablets
- 1000 mg extended-release tablets
- IV infusion bags
Color Options
- NA
Functions
- Treatment of bacterial infections
- Bactericidal action through interference with DNA gyrase enzyme
- Rapid absorption and wide distribution in body
- Dosage dependent on infection severity and patient characteristics
- Administration via oral and IV routes
Materials
- Active ingredient: Ciprofloxacin
Technical Specifications
- Active against most gram-negative aerobic bacteria including Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Active against gram-positive aerobic bacteria including penicillinase producing, non-penicillinase producing, and methicillin-resistant staphylococci
- Excretion of 30-50% in urine within 24 hours as unchanged drug and biologically active metabolites
Design Elements
- Tablets
- Extended-release tablets
- IV infusion bags
Usability Features
- Dosages for adults, adolescents, and children
- Dosing guidelines for various infections
- Caution and contraindications for specific patient groups
- Instructions for IV infusion preparation and administration
- Storage and precautions for handling
Dosage Range for Adults
- 100-750 mg twice daily
Recommended Dosages for Infections
- Lower and upper urinary tract infections: 250-500 mg twice daily
- Respiratory tract infections: 250-500mg twice daily or 750 mg twice daily for known Streptococcus pneumonia infection
- Gonorrhea: Single dose of 250 or 500 mg
- Majority other infections: 500-750 mg twice daily
- Cystic fibrosis: 750 mg twice daily
Dosage Adjustments
- Not usually required except in patients with severe renal impairment
- Possible adjustment by reducing total daily dose by half
Duration of Treatment
- 5 to 10 days for acute infections
- Treatment continuation for three days after disappearance of signs and symptoms
Extended-release Tablet Dosage
- 1000 mg tablet once daily for three days in uncomplicated urinary tract infection (acute cystitis)
IV Infusion Dosage
- Varied dosages for different infections and severity levels as per medical advice
Concurrent Administration Caution
- Avoid concurrent use with specific antacids or dairy products to ensure optimal absorption
Potential Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system disturbances
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Joint pain
- Photosensitivity
- Transient mild increase in liver enzymes
- Potential risk of hypoglycemia and mental health adverse effects
Use Precautions
- Caution in patients with suspected or known CNS disorders or predisposition to seizures
- Avoid concurrent use with certain antacids or dairy products
Use Not Recommended for
- Pregnant and lactating women
- Pediatric population as first-choice drug
Potential Overdose Effects
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
- Renal and hepatic impairment
- Crystalluria
- Reversible renal toxicity
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
- Anti-diarrheal Antimicrobial drugs
Storage
- Below 30°C
- Protected from light and moisture