Resquin 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (4 x 6: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 90.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levofloxacin hemihydrate |
| Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of acute maxillary sinusitis
- Treatment of acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- Treatment of community-acquired pneumonia
- Treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Treatment of acute pyelonephritis
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of 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
- Has in vitro activity against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms
Dosage
- Usual dose is 250 mg, 500 mg, or 750 mg administered orally every 24 hours
- Oral solution should be taken 1 hour before, or 2 hours after eating
- Injection should be administered by intravenous infusion
- Different dosage for sinusitis, exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin and soft-tissue infections, and enteric infections
- Different dosage for children
Administration
Instructions for the use of Levofloxacin infusion
Interaction
- Co-administration with multivalent cations should be avoided
- Antacids, iron, and adsorbents reduce absorption of Resquin
- NSAID may increase the risk of CNS stimulation
- Warfarin may increase the risk of bleeding
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to levofloxacin or quinolone antimicrobial agents
Side Effects
- Risk of retinal detachment
- Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence
- Rare occurrence of phototoxicity
- Very rare side effects include tremors, depression, anxiety, confusion
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended for use during pregnancy or nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Resquin Injection should only be administered by slow intravenous infusion
- Adequate amount of water should be taken to avoid concentrated urine
- Dose adjustment should be exercised during administration in the presence of renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Low potential for acute toxicity, stomach should be emptied in case of acute overdosage
Therapeutic Class
4-Quinolone preparations
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light and moisture, out of the reach of children