Grepafloxacin


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What is the most important information I should know about grepafloxacin?


Pronunciation: grep a FLOX a sin
Brand: Raxar

Raxar 200 mg

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Grepafloxacin nasal was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 1999.

finish Take all of the grepafloxacin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.
water Drink plenty of extra fluids every day while taking grepafloxacin.
donot Do not take antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum (e.g., Tums or Rolaids), the ulcer medicine sucralfate (Carafate), or vitamin or mineral supplements that contain iron or zinc for a minimum of 4 hours before or 4 hours after a dose of grepafloxacin. Taking antacids, sucralfate, or vitamin or mineral supplements too close to a dose of grepafloxacin can greatly decrease the effects of the antibiotic.
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Last updated: February 22, 2007

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