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|Nalidixic Acid |
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DescriptionNalidixic (nal-i-DIX-ik) acid is used to treat infections of the urinary tract. It may be used for other problems as determined by your doctor. Nalidixic acid is available only with your doctor"s prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Before Using This MedicineIn deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For nalidixic acid, the following should be considered: Allergies—Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to nalidixic acid, or to any related medicines such as alatrofloxacin or trovafloxacin (e.g., Trovan), cinoxacin (e.g., Cinobac), ciprofloxacin (e.g., Cipro), enoxacin (e.g., Penetrex), grepafloxacin (e.g., Raxar), levofloxacin (e.g., Levaquin), lomefloxacin (e.g., Maxaquin), norfloxacin (e.g., Noroxin), ofloxacin (e.g., Floxin), or sparfloxacin (e.g., Zagam). Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes. Pregnancy—Studies have not been done in humans. In animal studies, nalidixic acid causes birth defects and other problems at doses several times the human dose. However, use is not recommended during pregnancy, since nalidixic acid has been shown to cause bone development problems in young animals. Breast-feeding—Nalidixic acid passes into breast milk. This medicine may cause blood problems in nursing babies with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Your doctor my have you stop breast-feeding while taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor about haw long you need to formula feed your baby. Children—This medicine should not be used in infants up to 3 months of age since nalidixic acid has been shown to cause bone development problems in young animals. Caution is recommended in using nalidixic acid in children up to 18 years of age because nalidixic acid has been shown to cause bone development problems in young animals. However, your doctor my choose to use this medicine if other medicines cannot be used. Older adults—This medicine has been studied in a limited number of elderly patients and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults. Other medicines—Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking nalidixic acid, it is especially important that your health care professional know if you are taking any of the following:
Other medical problems—The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of nalidixic acid. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
Proper Use of This MedicineDo not give this medicine to infants or children unless otherwise directed by your doctor. It has been shown to cause bone problems in young animals and may cause these problems in children. Nalidixic acid is best taken with a full glass (8 ounces) of water on an empty stomach (either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals). However, if this medicine causes nausea or upset stomach, it may be taken with food. Several additional glasses of water should be taken every day, unless you are otherwise directed by your doctor. To help clear up your infection completely, keep taking this medicine for the full time of treatment , even if you begin to feel better after a few days. Do not miss any doses . Dosing—The dose of nalidixic acid will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor"s orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of nalidixic acid. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are taking nalidixic acid .
Missed dose—If you do miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses. Storage—To store this medicine:
Precautions While Using This MedicineIf you will be taking this medicine for more than 2 weeks, your doctor should check your progress at regular visits. If your symptoms do not improve within 2 days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor. If you are taking aluminum-, calcium-, or magnesium-containing antacids, didanosine (e.g., Videx), iron supplements, zinc-containing multivitamins, or sucralfate, do not take them at the same time that you take this medicine. It is best to take these medicines at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking nalidixic acid. This medicine may cause blurred vision or other vision problems. It may also cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or are not alert or able to see well . If these reactions are especially bothersome, check with your doctor. This medicine may increase the central nervous system (CNS) stimulant effects of caffeine-containing foods or beverages such as chocolate, cocoa, tea, coffee, and cola drinks. Avoid eating or drinking large amounts of these foods or beverages while using this medicine. If you have questions about this, check with your doctor. Nalidixic acid may cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight than it is normally. Exposure to sunlight, even for brief periods of time, may cause a skin rash, itching, redness or other discoloration of the skin, or a severe sunburn. When you begin taking this medicine:
This medicine may rarely cause inflammation or even tearing of a tendon (the cord that attaches muscles to bones). If you get sudden pain in a tendon after exercise (for example, in your ankle, back of the knee or leg, shoulder, elbow, or wrist), stop taking nalidixic acid and check with your doctor . Rest and do not exercise until the doctor has made sure that you have not injured or torn the tendon. This medicine can cause a muscle disease called peripheral neuropathy. If you begin having pain, burning, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness, tell your doctor right away. If you have a severe reaction from the sun, check with your doctor . For patients with diabetes:
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: More common Skin rash Less common Blurred or decreased vision; change in color vision; confusion; double vision; halos around lights; lightheadedness; overbright appearance of lights; restlessness; tremor Rare Abdominal or stomach cramps or pain (severe); blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin and mucous membranes; bulging of fontanel (soft spot) on top of head of an infant; burning or tingling skin sensation; changes in facial skin color; chills; convulsions (seizures); dark or amber urine; diarrhea, watery and severe, which may also be bloody; fever; general feeling of discomfort or illness; hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there); headache (severe); hives; hoarseness; increased frequency of breathing; itching; joint pain, stiffness, or swelling; mood or other mental changes; nausea or vomiting; pale skin; pale stools; red skin lesions, often with a purple center; shortness of breath; sore throat; sudden trouble in swallowing or breathing; swelling of face, mouth, hands, or feet; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness; visual changes; yellow eyes or skin Incidence not known—occurred during clinical practice Black, tarry stools; bone pain; burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations; chest pain; cough; difficulty swallowing; large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, sex organs; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination; puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue; redness of skin; sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth; swollen glands; tightness in chest; unsteadiness or awkwardness; weakness in arms, hands, legs, or feet; welts; wheezing Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome: More common Diarrhea; dizziness; feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings; drowsiness; headache; stomach pain; weakness Less common Increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight Incidence not known—occurred during clinical practice Muscle pain or stiffness; difficulty in moving Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. Revised: 10/13/2004 The information contained in the Thomson Healthcare (Micromedex) products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. 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