Pipemidic Acid
Also known as: Piperamic acid
Pipemidic Acid is a quinolone antibacterial agent. Pipemidic Acid is used in the treatment of urinary teact infection
Primary Characteristics
Pipemidic Acid is also known as Piperamic acid.
It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Quinolone.
It belongs to DNA Gyrase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibacterial pharmacological group.
Molecular Weight: 303.3 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Pipemidic Acid.
Pharmacokinetics
Distribution: Pipemidic Acid has a plasma protein binding is 27 - 35%.
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Indications
Pipemidic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Bacterial infections, Dysenteries, Enteritis, Urinary tract infection.
Contraindications
Pipemidic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Pipemidic Acid's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 400 mg | 400 mg | Every 12h | PO | For 7-10 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
Pipemidic Acid in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Leucopenia.
Pipemidic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Headache, Nausea, Pruritus , StomatitisX, Urticaria, Vomiting .
Warnings / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.6.2.2.2 — Quinolones