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Contents

Ofloxacin

Indications/Uses

Listed in Dosage.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Tab UTI 100-400 mg twice daily for 1-10 days. Severe & complicated infections Up to 600 mg daily for 20 days. Resp tract infections 200-400 mg twice daily. Uncomplicated gonococcal urethritis & cervicitis (including PPNG infections) 200-600 mg as single dose. Non-gonococcal urethritis 400 mg daily in single or divided doses for 9 days. Skin & soft tissue, O&G infections, bacterial enteritis 400 mg daily for 7 days.

Administration

May be taken with or without food: Take 2 hr before or after antacids or supplements containing Fe or Zn. Ensure adequate hydration.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ofloxacin & quinolone derivatives. Pregnant & nursing women. Prepubertal childn.

Special Precautions

Reduced renal function.

Adverse Reactions

GI, CNS effects. Hypersensitivity reactions.

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Drug Interactions

Antacid containing Al or Mg hydroxide. Concomitant intake w/ NSAIDs can lead to convulsion. May increase theophylline plasma levels. Effect of warfarin is intensified.

MIMS Class

Quinolones

ATC Classification

J01MA01 - ofloxacin ; Belongs to the class of fluoroquinolones. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Akilen FC tab 200 mg

Packing/Price

3 × 10's (Rp270,000/boks)

Form

Akilen FC tab 400 mg

Packing/Price

5 × 6's (Rp514,000/boks)

Akilen

ofloxacin

Manufacturer:

Sanbe