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ALIX 250mg|5ml Suspension 60ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Nalidixic Acid:250mg/5ml
- Manufactured by : Nexus Pharma (PVT) LTD
- Drug Strength : 250mg/5ml
- Drug Form : Suspension
- Pack Size : 60ml
- Product SKU : dis_12899
Nalidixic Acid:250mg/5ml | Quinolones
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Nexus Product Form : SuspensionPack Size : 60mlIngredients : Nalidixic Acid:250mg/5mlGeneric Category : Quinolones
How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting an enzyme required for the bacterial DNA to replicate, thus inhibiting bacterial cell division.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ALIX 250mg|5ml Suspension 60ml
- Nausea and vomiting rare
- Diarrhea rare
- Headache
- Double vision
- Muscle pain
- Confusion rare
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet rare
Uses of ALIX 250mg|5ml Suspension 60ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used to prevent and treat the urinary tract infections caused by gram-negative microorganisms (E. Coli, Enterobacter species, Klebsiella species, and Proteus species).
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to ALIX 250mg|5ml Suspension 60ml or any other related compounds.
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Seizure Disorder
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a seizure disorder due to an increase in the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Porphyria
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of porphyria (a disorder that result from the accumulation of porphyrins in the body) due to an increase in the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.
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QT prolongation
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of QT prolongation due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. This risk is especially higher in patients with heart diseases or electrolyte disturbances and elderly patients. Report any incidence of discomfort in the chest, heart palpitations, etc., to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug-resistant.
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Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine has been associated with symptoms such as dizziness, weakness, lightheadedness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
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Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
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Multivitamins with minerals
Intake of Gramoneg Suspension and multivitamins with minerals at the same time may reduce the desired effects of Gramoneg Suspension. Your doctor may suggest maintaining a time gap between administration of these medicines for the best possible effects.
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Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Discontinue the use of this medicine as per the doctor's instructions if severe diarrhea occurs after receiving this medicine. This medicine may cause an imbalance in the microbial flora of the large intestine, decreasing the gut-friendly bacteria and promoting the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile, resulting in severe diarrhea.
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G6PD deficiency
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with G6PD deficiency due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Corticosteroids severe
- Clozapine severe
- Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
- Warfarin severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder and other central nervous system abnormalities since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of tremors, restlessness, anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, etc., to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history or family history of myasthenia gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of tendon rupture or tendinitis (a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to the bones becomes inflamed) since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine may alter the blood glucose levels and hence should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with peripheral neuropathy, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any side effects such as pain, burning, tingling, numbness, weakness, pain on light touch, vibratory sensation etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Consumption of food or beverages containing caffeine is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the risk of side effects such as severe headache, confusion, tremor, restlessness, nervousness, increased blood pressure etc.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor. Do not consume in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- To be taken with food
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Effect on sleep is not established
References
- pubchem - Nalidixic acid [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/nalidixic_acid [cited 12/9/2020]. 2020-12-05
- drugbank - Nalidixic acid [Internet]. Available from: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00779 [cited 12/9/2020]. November 02, 2020
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