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About Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, including diabetic foot infections and bacteraemia (presence of viable bacteria in the bloodstream). Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml should only be used to treat bacterial infections and not viral infections.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Thereby, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml helps treat bacterial skin and skin structure infections.
In some cases, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to speak to a healthcare professional if these side effects persist or worsen.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml in children below 18 years have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.
Uses of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is used in the treatment of Bacterial skin and skin structure infections. The detailed use of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is as follows:
- Treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI): Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is primarily indicated for managing serious skin infections, including diabetic foot infections and cellulitis, caused by Gram-positive bacteria such as MRSA and Streptococcus species.
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Directions for Use
- Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is administered only by qualified healthcare professionals, usually through intravenous infusion in a hospital or clinic setting.
- This medication must not be self-administered, as it requires careful dosing, preparation, and monitoring.
- It is important to complete the full course of treatment as prescribed, even if symptoms improve, to prevent recurrence or resistance.
Medicinal Benefits
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, including diabetic foot infections and bacteraemia. Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic with bactericidal activity against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
How Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml Works
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- Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
- Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
- Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
- Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
- Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
- Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you have mental-health-related problems, diabetes, myasthenia gravis, tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, heart, kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you experience convulsions, dizziness, lightheadedness, persistent headache with or without blurred vision; symptoms of muscle weakness, peripheral neuropathy (pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness of feet or hands), tendon rupture/tendinitis (pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon or weakness) or respiratory difficulties.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins in your diet.
- Limit sugar and saturated fats.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Follow a balanced and varied diet rich in nutrients.
- Rest and sleep well.
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Alcohol
Caution
It is not known if alcohol interacts with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
Caution
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to pregnancy category C. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant before receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Your doctor will prescribe Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is not known if Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml passes into breastmilk. So, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Driving
Caution
No studies on the effect of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml on the ability to drive have been conducted. If you have any symptoms that impair your ability to concentrate or respond, do not drive.
Liver
Caution
No dose adjustment is required. However, if you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Kidney
Caution
Studies of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml in people with renal impairment have not been conducted. Hence, if you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Children
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Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is not recommended for use in children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Heart
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, please consult your doctor before using Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Geriatrics
Caution
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. It is important to consult a healthcare professional before use.
FAQs
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the class of antibiotics used in the treatment of bacterial skin and soft tissue infections, including diabetic foot infections and concurrent bacteraemia (presence of viable bacteria in the bloodstream).
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Thereby, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml helps treat bacterial skin and skin structure infections.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may be indicated for the treatment of diabetic foot infections. Diabetic foot infection is the most common complication of diabetes mellitus.
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while on treatment with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is advised. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of hypoglycemia such as confusion, dizziness, headache, shakiness, sweating, pounding heart or trembling.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is associated with an increased risk of tendinitis (inflammation of tendons) and tendon rupture in all age groups. This risk is increased in older people over 60 years, in people taking corticosteroids, and in patients with heart, kidney, or lung transplants.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may aggravate muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis. Avoid taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml if you have a history of myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease).
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is associated with an increased risk of peripheral neuropathy. Therefore, it should be avoided in patients who have previously experienced peripheral neuropathy. Consult your doctor if you experience pain, tingling, burning sensation, numbness or weakness whilst on treatment with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to speak to a healthcare professional if these side effects persist or worsen.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause constipation. Eat fibre-rich food and drink enough fluids if you experience constipation. Talk to the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Yes, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic with bactericidal action against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Antacids containing magnesium, aluminium, or sucralfate may interfere with the working of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Therefore, take antacids 2 hours before or 6 hours after receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains levonadifloxacin which belongs to benzoquinolizine class of antibiotics.
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- https://http://www.wockhardt.com/pdfs/Press-Release-16-01-2020.p
- https://www.japi.org/x2645434/efficacy-and-safety-of-a-novel-broad-spectrum-anti-mrsa-agent-levonadifloxacin-compared-with-linezolid-for-acute-bacterial-skin-and-skin-structure-infections-a-phase-3-open-label-randomized-study-
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6935279/
