Description
Oxolinic Acid belongs to quinolone antibiotics. itsimilar in structure and function to nalidixic acid, used as an urinary antiseptic for treatment of urinary infections. May cause CNS stimulation and GI upset. Should not be given in epilepsy.
Indications
Oxolinic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Cerebro-vascular insufficiency, Diabetic nephropathy, Peripheral vascular disease, Sickle cell disease.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Severe renal impairment. Pregnancy and lactation. G6PD deficiency. Children. Convulsive conditions.
Adverse Effects
Urinary stones, muscle pain, hypersensivity reactions (e.g. rash, urticaria, pruritus, photosensitivity, leukopenia, eosinophilia), nausea, vomiting, anorexia, epigastric pain, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, metallic taste, increased LFTs, insomnia, anxiety, nervousness, confusion, vertigo, somnolence, headache, peripheral neuropathy, paraesthesia, photophobia, blurred vision, disturbances in accommodation, diplopia, convulsions, hallucination.
Warnings
Impaired renal or hepatic function; exposure to strong sunlight. Elderly.
Caution should be used in patients with renal insufficiency.Patients should be advised that quinolones may be associated with hypersensitivity reactions, even following a single dose, and to discontinue the drug at the first sign of a skin rash or other allergic reactions.
Pregnancy and Lactation
No Information regarding High Risk Group is available.
Maximum Dosage
Adult: 750 mg every 12 hr.
How supplied
Oxolinic Acid
Tablets
- 750 mg