Consuming alcohol with Peloxin M does not cause any harmful side effects.
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Information regarding the use of Peloxin M during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Peloxin M is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Peloxin M may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
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There is limited information available on the use of Peloxin M in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Peloxin M should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Peloxin M may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Peloxin M 400mg Tablet
Introduction
Peloxin M is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth o...
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Uses of Peloxin M
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Peloxin M
Common
Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
How to use Peloxin M
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Peloxin M is to be taken with food.
How Peloxin M works
Peloxin M is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
What if you forget to take Peloxin M?
If you miss a dose of Peloxin M, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Peloxin M to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Peloxin M and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in br...
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Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood...
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Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Oral
Susceptible infections
Adult: 400 mg bid.
Acute uncomplicated cystitis in women; Gonococcal urethritis in men
Adult: 800 mg as single dose...
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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 ...
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Precaution
Underlying CNS disease; hepatic disease; renal impairment. Avoid sun exposure, may cause severe sunburn.
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