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Neofloxin 500 mg

Tablet

Generic: Ciprofloxacin

Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic

Indications

Urinary tract infections, typhoid fever, infective diarrhoea, respiratory tract infections (not first choice for pneumococcal pneumonia), bone and joint infections, skin and soft tissue infections, prostatitis and gonorrhoea. Eye drops: bacterial conjunctivitis and corneal ulcer.

Pharmacology

Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone. It inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, blocking DNA replication. It is bactericidal, with particular activity against Gram-negative bacteria.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: 250-750 mg twice daily, depending on the type and severity of infection. Typhoid fever: 500 mg twice daily, for the duration directed by the physician. Child: not generally recommended; used only when the physician judges it necessary. Eye drops 0.3%: 1-2 drops every 2 hours while awake for 2 days, then every 4 hours for 5 days, or as directed by the physician.

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, skin rash. Rarely: tendon inflammation or rupture, peripheral neuropathy, convulsions, QT prolongation, photosensitivity.

Precautions & Warnings

Use with caution in epilepsy, G6PD deficiency, myasthenia gravis, renal impairment, the elderly and patients taking corticosteroids. Stop the drug and seek advice if tendon pain occurs. Drink plenty of fluids and avoid strong sunlight. Do not take milk, antacids, iron or zinc preparations at the same time. Complete the full prescribed course. Use only on the prescription of a registered physician.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or other quinolones; history of tendon disorders related to quinolone use; concomitant use with tizanidine. Generally avoided in pregnancy, breast-feeding and in growing children and adolescents unless the benefit outweighs the risk.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Discard eye drops 4 weeks after first opening.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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