Scanax (Ciprofloxacin)

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Brand Name: Scanax

Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin

Manufacturer/Agent: P. T. Tempo

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 500mg

Pack size: 50

Trade Price: KES 2,250.00

Retail Price: @ KES 60.00

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Class: Antibacterials: Floroquinolones (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C17H18FN3O3 = 331.3

Precautions: Children under 18 yrs. pregnancy and lactation. caution in co-administration with theophylline, convulsions.

Indications/Uses: Urinary, gi, respiratory tract, tissue, gonorrhoea and septicaemia infections due to sensitive organisms including salmonella, shigella, campylobacter, neisseri

Interactions: Theophylline (risk of convulsions). antacids retard absorption. increased risk of ciclosporin nephrotoxicity. anticoagulant effect of warfarin enhanced.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upset. dizziness. headache. rash. blurred vision. flushes. convulsions. confusion. photosensitivity.

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