Is a type of antibiotic known as a fluoroquinolone.
Pefloxacin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including:
Infections of the respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis)
Infections of the urinary tract (e.g., cystitis, pyelonephritis)
Skin and soft tissue infections
Infections of the bones and joints
Gonorrhea
Floxaquin P 400mg Tablet (Pefloxacin) works by inhibiting the enzyme DNA gyrase, which is essential for bacterial DNA replication. By blocking this enzyme, pefloxacin prevents bacterial growth and ultimately kills the bacteria.
Store pefloxacin at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
The dosage of pefloxacin will vary depending on the type of infection being treated and the patient's individual needs. It is typically taken by mouth, either with or without food.
Always follow your doctor's instructions carefully and take the exact dosage prescribed. Do not take more or less than directed.
Do not stop taking pefloxacin prematurely, even if you start to feel better. Completing the full course of treatment is important to ensure the infection is fully cleared and prevent antibiotic resistance.
Like all medications, pefloxacin can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. Some common side effects include:
In rare cases, pefloxacin can cause more serious side effects, such as:
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Rash
Itching
Seizures
Tendinitis (inflammation of the tendons)
Tendon rupture
Liver damage
Kidney damage
Allergic reactions (e.g., rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing)
Drinking alcohol while taking pefloxacin may increase the risk of side effects, especially dizziness. It's best to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Pefloxacin can cause dizziness, drowsiness, and other side effects that may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. It's important to avoid these activities until you know how the medication affects you.
Pefloxacin should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to the developing baby. It is not recommended for use during breastfeeding.
The use of pefloxacin in children is generally not recommended, as there is limited safety and effectiveness data available.
Pefloxacin can be harmful to the kidneys, especially in people with pre-existing kidney problems. Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage or monitor your kidney function if you have kidney disease.
Pefloxacin can also cause liver damage. Your doctor may monitor your liver function if you have a history of liver problems.
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2. https://www.rxlist.com/pefloxacin-drug.htm
3. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Pefloxacin
