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Tequin

Generic Name: Gatifloxacin sesquihydrate
Product Name: Tequin

• Indication of Tequin
• Action of Tequin
• Dose Advice of Tequin
• Schedule of Tequin
• Common side effects of Tequin
• Uncommon side effects of Tequin

Indication of Tequin:

Tequin can be used to treat a range of conditions including:
-Chest infections – pneumonia and chronic bronchitis
-Bacterial infection of the sinuses
-gonorrhoea

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Action of Tequin:

Tequin belongs to the quinolone group of antibiotics. It works by going into the cells of bacteria and acting on the genetic material (DNA). It is effective against a wide variety of bacteria. Tequin is primarily excreted through the kidneys - less than one percent is metabolized by the liver.

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Dose Advice of Tequin:

• Take all of the medication that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection has been completely treated
-Tablets: with or without food. 400 mg once daily for 7-14 days. Gonorrhoea: 400 mg single dose
-Injection: Dilute before use; admin by IV infusion over 60 mins. 400 mg once daily for 7-14 days. Gonorrhoea: 400 mg single dose.

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