Proquin
Proquin is a brand-name fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA replication, effectively stopping the growth and spread of bacteria. This medication is typically prescribed when other antibiotics are not suitable or have failed.
Proquin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections like urinary tract and respiratory infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 602786
- Generic
- Proquin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treats urinary tract infections, lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, and infectious diarrhea. May also be used for gonorrhea and plague prophylaxis in certain cases.
Belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics. It inhibits two key bacterial enzymes—DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV—which are essential for bacterial DNA replication, transcription, and repair, effectively killing the bacteria.
Not for use in children or adolescents unless absolutely necessary due to risk of cartilage damage. Avoid in patients with myasthenia gravis. May cause tendinitis or tendon rupture. Can interact with antacids, blood thinners, and certain heart medications. Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and photosensitivity. Complete the full course as prescribed.
Official drug label
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