Quen 400mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Megavision Pharmaceuticals |
| Active Ingredient | Gatifloxacin (400mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Fluoroquinolone |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 623 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Quen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Quen 400mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quen 400mg Tablet Reviews
Quen 400mg is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Quen 400mg should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without 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 headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
Quen 400mg should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without 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 headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
How Quen 400mg Tablet Works
Quen 400mg 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.
How to Use Quen 400mg Tablet
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. Quen 400mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Quen 400mg Tablet
- In Bacterial infections: Quen 400mg is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Uses of Quen 400mg Tablet
- Bacterial infections
Quen 400mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Quen 400mg.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quen 400mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Quen 400mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Quen 400mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.The most common side effects that can occur when taking Quen 400mg are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Quen 400mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Quen 400mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quen 400mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Quen 400mg may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby
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