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Generic: Pefloxacin

Form: Tablet 400mg

Indication

Susceptible infections, Gonococcal urethritis, Acute uncomplicated cystitis

Administration

Should be taken with food. Take w/ meals.

Adult Dose

Oral Susceptible infections Adult: 400 mg bid. Acute uncomplicated cystitis in women; Gonococcal urethritis in men Adult: 800 mg as single dose. IV Influsion Adult: 400 mg in 100 or 250 ml of 5% dextrose slow infusion over an hour bid.

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Dose reduction may be necessary.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to quinolones, children <12 yr, pregnancy, lactation.

Mode of Action

Pefloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial that exhibits its bactericidal action by inhibition of DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV which are needed for bacterial DNA reproduction.

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