general
- Generic Name : Quinupristin and Dalfopristin
- Pronunciation : KWIN-ue-PRIS-tin-DAL-foe-PRIS-tin
- ICD Code : Y41.8
- Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Infectives
- Trade Names/Brand Names of Quinupristin and Dalfopristin(International) : Synercid
prescription
Prescribed for bacterial infections like complicated skin issues, this streptogramin antibiotic fights bacteria within the body.
risk factors
Hypersensitivity
side effects
- Body: Injection site pain, abdominal discomfort, exacerbation of existing condition, allergic reactions, chest pain, fever, infection.
- Heart: Fluid retention, palpitations, vein inflammation.
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, constipation, indigestion, mouth infection, pancreatitis, mouth ulcers.
- Metabolic: Gout, extremity swelling.
- Musculoskeletal: Joint pain, muscle pain, muscle spasms.
- Central Nervous System: Headache, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, increased muscle tension, insomnia, leg cramps, tingling, blood vessel dilation.
- Respiratory: Breathing difficulties, lung infections.
- Skin: Rash, sweating, hives.
- Genitourinary: Hematuria, vaginal inflammation.
dosage
For intravenous administration, the recommended dose is 7.5 mg/kg administered twice daily.
how to take
It’s provided as an injectable solution, administered by a healthcare provider directly into the vein.
warning
- Use caution in patients with liver or kidney issues, stomach or bowel problems, HIV, elevated bilirubin levels, heart disease, taking other medications, allergies, children, during pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
- Limit long-term use.
- Prevent dehydration.
storage
Store it in a refrigerator between 2 to 8°C (36 to 46°F)