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Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Information

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Infusion, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Floquin (Invision Medisciences) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Floquin (Invision Medisciences) has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Floquin (Invision Medisciences) related warnings talks about Floquin (Invision Medisciences)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Floquin (Invision Medisciences) are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Floquin (Invision Medisciences) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Floquin (Invision Medisciences) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Benefits & Uses

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Sinusitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) safe for pregnant women?


    Floquin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Floquin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Floquin may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Floquin should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) on the Kidneys?


    Floquin rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Floquin on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Floquin for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Floquin (Invision Medisciences) with Other Drugs

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floquin (Invision Medisciences) unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Floquin (Invision Medisciences)

  • Is this Floquin (Invision Medisciences) habit forming or addictive?


    Floquin (Invision Medisciences) does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Floquin (Invision Medisciences) as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Floquin (Invision Medisciences) only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Floquin (Invision Medisciences) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Floquin (Invision Medisciences) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Floquin (Invision Medisciences)


    When consumed with certain foods, Floquin (Invision Medisciences) may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Floquin (Invision Medisciences)


    Drinking alcohol while taking Floquin (Invision Medisciences) may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Floquin (Invision Medisciences)

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Floquin for pseudomonas infection?

Yes, you can take Floquin for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes it acquires resistance against this bacteria. Please consult your doctor before taking Floquin for the above- mentioned infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Floquin with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Floquin along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take [Medicine[ with fluconazole?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not take Floquin with fluconazole. It may cause the heart-related problem if taken together. Please consult your healthcare practitioner for more information.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Floquin cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Floquin can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of a medicine. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Floquin a pain-killer?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Floquin is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called fluoroquinolone. It is used to treat various type of bacterial infection such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infection.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399

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