Qucin 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Pefloxacin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Qucin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and lung infections.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Qucin 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. 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 experience nausea, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. 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. Qucin 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Qucin 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Qucin 400mg 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
Information regarding the use of Qucin 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Rasagiline Selegiline Tizanidine Strontium Chloride
How it works
Qucin 400mg 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 Qucin 400mg 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 Qucin 400mg 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 Qucin 400mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Qucin 400mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills harmful bacteria in the body. This effect on beneficial bacteria in the gut can sometimes lead to diarrhea as a side effect. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Can the use of Qucin 400mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Qucin 400mg Tablet is associated with an increased risk of muscle damage, commonly in the Achilles tendon. Muscle damage can occur in people of all ages who take this medication. If you experience any muscle pain during treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor immediately.
