Percin Tablet
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition
Prulifloxacin (600mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Percin Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections, infections of the nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Percin Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. You may have an allergic reaction, altered liver function tests, stomach pain, and nausea as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own but please consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Percin Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Percin Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer, and ice cream.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Percin Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Percin Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Percin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Interacting Medicines
Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride
How it works
Percin Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Percin Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Percin Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the use of Percin Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Percin Tablet may cause diarrhea as an antibiotic, it kills harmful bacteria, but also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. If you experience severe diarrhea, consult your doctor for guidance.
Can I stop taking Percin Tablet when I feel better?
No, it is essential to complete the full course of treatment with Percin Tablet, even if you feel better, as your symptoms may improve before the infection is fully cured. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.
Can the use of Percin Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of Percin Tablet is associated with an increased risk of muscle damage, commonly affecting the ankle (achilles tendon). This risk applies to people of all ages taking Percin Tablet. If you experience any muscle pain while using this medicine, inform your doctor for further guidance.
