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About Nal P 125mg Tablet

NALIDIXIC ACID belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria. Urinary tract infection is the most common infection in humans caused by microbes and can occur in any part of the urinary tract such as bladder, urethra, kidneys or ureters.

NALIDIXIC ACID contains Nalidixic acid, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the action of DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Uses of Nal P 125mg Tablet

Urinary tract infections

Medicinal Benefits of Nal P 125mg Tablet

NALIDIXIC ACID contains Nalidixic acid, which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both gram-positive bacteria and gram-negative bacteria. It is mainly active against gram-negative bacteria such as E-coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter species, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia rettgeri and Morganella morganii. NALIDIXIC ACID inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) action that is essential for repairing and replicating the genetic material (DNA) of bacteria. Thereby prevents reproduction and repair of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.

Directions for Use

Take NALIDIXIC ACID on an empty stomach or at least 1 hour before meals as prescribed by your doctor. The tablet form of NALIDIXIC ACID can be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. The liquid form of NALIDIXIC ACID should be taken by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.

Side Effects of Nal P 125mg Tablet

• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Stomach pain

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to NALIDIXIC ACID or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have fits, porphyria (disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking NALIDIXIC ACID. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking NALIDIXIC ACID. Avoid taking NALIDIXIC ACID if you are breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breastmilk and harm the baby. You are recommended to drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria. You are recommended to complete the full course of NALIDIXIC ACID as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. You are advised to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking NALIDIXIC ACID and mineral supplements, vitamins with minerals or iron, sucralfate, didanosine or antacids containing magnesium, calcium and aluminium.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NALIDIXIC ACID may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), bronchodilator (theophylline), antibiotics (tetracycline, chloramphenicol, nitrofurantoin), high uric acid levels lowering medicine (probenecid), anticancer drug (melphalan), immunosuppressant (cyclosporine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have fits, porphyria (disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking NALIDIXIC ACID.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Interaction of alcohol with NALIDIXIC ACID is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using NALIDIXIC ACID.

PREGNANCY

NALIDIXIC ACID is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

• NALIDIXIC ACID is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it may be excreted in breastmilk. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

NALIDIXIC ACID usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

Take NALIDIXIC ACID with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

Take NALIDIXIC ACID with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.