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Indications & Uses
Naligan is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults: Initially, 1 g every 6 hours for 7 days, then reduced to 500 mg every 6 hours. Children: For infants and children aged 3 months and over, the initial dose is 13.75 mg per kg of body weight by mouth every six hours for one or two weeks. The maintenance dose is 8.25 mg per kg of body weight by mouth every six hours, or as prescribed by the physician.
Side Effects
Gastro-intestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea may occur. Haemolysis can develop in people with G6PD deficiency. Allergic reactions may include urticaria, rashes, fever, arthralgia and eosinophilia. Other possible side effects are myalgia, muscle weakness, phototoxicity, jaundice, visual disturbances and convulsions.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
The benefits and risks should be weighed carefully before use during the first trimester of pregnancy, while breastfeeding, and in patients with impaired kidney or liver function.
Contraindications
Nalidixic acid should not be used in infants under 3 months of age, in people with epilepsy, or in those with CNS (central nervous system) lesions.