Hydroxyquinolones Pharmacology

Hydroxyquinolones

About Hydroxyquinolones
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Mechanism of Action of Hydroxyquinolones
Hydroxyquinolones are intestinal Amoebicides which excerts the anti amoebic action by directly killing the trophozoites responsible for production of cysts.
Pharmacokinets of Hydroxyquinolones
Absorption: Their absorption from intestine is variable.
Metabolism: They are metabolized by glucuronide conjugation.
Excretion: Excreted mainly through urine.
Onset of Action for Hydroxyquinolones
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Duration of Action for Hydroxyquinolones
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Half Life of Hydroxyquinolones
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Side Effects of Hydroxyquinolones
1. Nausea
2. Headache
3. Loose green stools
4. Diarrhoea
5. Pruritis
6. Itching
7. Abdominal discomfort
8. Dermatitis
9. Goiter
10. Iodism
11. Neuropathy
12. Visual impairment.


Contra-indications of Hydroxyquinolones
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Hepatic impairment
3. Iodine intolerance
Special Precautions while taking Hydroxyquinolones
1. The drug should be avoided in hepatic impairment
2. Therapy with the drug with more than 14 days leads to peripheral neuropathy & optic nerve damage.

Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Hydroxyquinolones
1. Intestinal Amoebiasis
2. Asymptomatic cyst passers of Entamoeba histolytica
3. Giardiasis
4. Trichomoniasis
5. Fungal and bacterial skin infections
6. Non specific diarrhoea
7. Travelers diarrhoea
Interactions for Hydroxyquinolones
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Typical Dosage for Hydroxyquinolones
0.25 to 0.5gm 12 hourly to 8 hourly
Schedule of Hydroxyquinolones
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Storage Requirements for Hydroxyquinolones
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Hydroxyquinolones
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Effects of Overdose of Hydroxyquinolones
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