Avilox Suspension - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is avilox suspension used for?
Avilox Suspension contains Ciprofloxacin 125mg, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and respiratory system. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, stopping bacterial growth. Always complete the full course as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin
- Manufacturer: Avalanche Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ avilox suspension Uses & Benefits
Urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, gastrointestinal infections, septicemia, and anthrax.
Off-label uses: Prostatitis, epididymitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and some mycobacterial infections.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ciprofloxacin |
| Brand Name | Alciflox 500mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Avalanche Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase (topoisomerase II) and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take avilox suspension
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of avilox suspension
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Abdominal pain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Tendonitis or tendon rupture
- Peripheral neuropathy
- CNS effects (seizures, confusion)
- QT prolongation
- Clostridium difficile diarrhea
- Hypersensitivity reactions
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Interstitial nephritis
- Hepatitis
- Photosensitivity
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Theophylline | Moderate | Increased theophylline levels |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased CNS stimulation risk |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Tizanidine
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
- Caffeine
- NSAIDs
โก Moderate Interactions
- Cyclosporine
- Methotrexate
- Phenytoin
- Glyburide
- Probenecid
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Diazepam
- Metoprolol
- Omeprazole
- Ranitidine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Dairy products, calcium-fortified juices, and antacids reduce absorption; avoid concurrent administration.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction, but alcohol may increase CNS side effects like dizziness.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or any fluoroquinolone; concomitant use with tizanidine; history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolones.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, blood counts, signs of tendonitis or tendon rupture, CNS effects, and QT interval if risk factors.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution, potential for adverse effects in nursing infants.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor ECG for QT prolongation; consider activated charcoal if recent ingestion; hemodialysis removes only 10-20%.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; skip missed dose if close to next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.