Pelox (Pefloxacin)


Brand Name: Pelox

Generic Name: Pefloxacin

Manufacturer/Agent: Wockhardt Ltd


Formulation: inj

Strength: 400mg/100ml

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 525.00

Retail Price: @ KES 700.00


Class: Antibacterials: Floroquinolones (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C17H20FN3O3 = 333.4

Precautions: Hypersensitivity to quinolones. pregnancy and lactation. care in renal and hepatic impairment.

Indications/Uses: Respiratory and urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, gi infections and systemic infections; 400mg bd.

Interactions: Antacids retard absorption. theophylline, cyclosporin plasma levels increased.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. dizziness. headache. tremor. confusion. sleep disorders. rash. photosensitivity. myalgia .thrombocytopenia.