Lorabid

A prescription drug called lorabid is used to treat different bacterial infections. It is a member of the quinolone antibiotics drug class. Bacteria are either killed or prevented from growing when lorabid is used.There are oral tablets and suspension forms of lorabid.Users of Welzo can use this article for informational purposes to better understand Lorabid.
Overview
Uses
Side Effects
Medication
Ingredients
Supplements
Pharmacokinetics

Health Benefits

Various bacterial infections are treated with lorabid. These consist of:

infected ears

skin maladies

infection of the urinary tract

renal infection

inflamed vulvar tissue

Infectious diarrhea

Anthrax inhalation (post-exposure)

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and headache are typical Lorabid side effects. Lorabid may also make you feel lightheaded. Until you know how Lorabid affects you, avoid operating heavy machinery or driving.

A history of quinolone or other antibiotic hypersensitivity should prevent a person from taking lorabid. People with a history of epilepsy or a seizure disorder should also use it with caution.

Lorabid should not be taken by women who are pregnant or nursing.

Dosages

For the majority of infections, an adult should take 250 mg of Lorabid every 12 hours. The daily dose cap is 4 grams.

The dosage for the treatment of anthrax inhalation is 500 mg every 12 hours for 60 days.

Interactions

Lorabid and other drugs may interact. Inform your doctor about all prescription, over-the-counter, and dietary supplements you are taking.

Examples of drugs with which Lorabid may interact are:

Antacids

supplemental iron

Probenecid

Warfarin

Theophylline

The list of medications that interact with Lorabid is not exhaustive. For more information, consult your physician or pharmacist.

Mechanism of Action

The group of medications known as quinolone antibiotics includes lorabid. It stops bacteria from reproducing by attaching to DNA. The action either eliminates the bacteria or stops their growth.

Pharmacokinetics

Lorabid is quickly absorbed from the digestive system. About 100% of the oral bioavailability.

3–4 hours make up Lorabid's half-life.

The kidneys play a major role in lorabid elimination.