Acrosoxacin
Also known as: Rosoxacin
Acrosoxacin is a nonfluorinated quinolone antibiotic.
Primary Characteristics
Acrosoxacin is also known as Rosoxacin.
Molecular Weight: 294.31 · Solubility in Alcohol: 1.02e-01mg/ml · Non-proprietary name: Acrosoxacin.
Pharmacokinetics
Elimination: plasma half-life is 4-11 hours, renal excretion is 96%.
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Indications
Acrosoxacin is primarily indicated in conditions like Bacterial infections, Gonorrhoea, Respiratory infection, Urinary tract infection.
Acrosoxacin is also indicated for secondary conditions like Gonococcal infections.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Acrosoxacin's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 250 mg | 250 mg | Every 1h | PO | 14 days |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
Acrosoxacin in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Retinal detachment .
Acrosoxacin is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Diarrhea, dizziness, Drowsiness, Nausea, Visual disturbances.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Drug Classification
- 1.6.2.2.2 — Quinolones