Quinupristin and Dalfopristin Medication Information

Get detailed information on Quinupristin and Dalfopristin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Quinupristin and Dalfopristin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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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

Why is Quinupristin and Dalfopristin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a streptogramin antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infection (e.g. complicated skin and skin structure infections). It fights bacteria in the body.

When should Quinupristin and Dalfopristin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Quinupristin and Dalfopristin?

IV- The recommended dose is 7.5 mg/kg two times per day.

How should Quinupristin and Dalfopristin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Quinupristin and Dalfopristin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney impairment, stomach or bowel problems, HIV infection, high blood bilirubin levels, heart disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid long-term use of this medication.

• Avoid becoming dehydrated.

What are the side effects of Quinupristin and Dalfopristin?

Body as a Whole - Pain at injection site, abdominal pain, worsening of underlying illness, allergic reaction, chest pain, fever, infection.
Heart - Fluid retention, palpitation, vein inflammation.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation, indigestion, mouth infection, inflammation of pancreas, mouth ulcer.
Metabolic - Gout, swelling in the extremities.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, muscle pain, muscle spasm.
Central Nervous System - Headache, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, increased muscle tone, sleeplessness, leg cramps, tingling, dilatation of blood vessels.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, lung infection.
Skin - Rash, sweating, hives.
Genitourinary - Blood in urine, vaginal inflammation.