About Baxdela 450mg Tablets
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Used for
- Treats certain bacterial skin infections in adults
- Treats community-acquired bacterial pneumonia in adults
Usual adult dose
450 mg by mouth every 12 hours; treatment usually lasts 5–14 days for skin infections or 5–10 days for pneumonia.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Vomiting
Important warnings
- Can cause tendon inflammation or rupture, nerve damage, and serious nervous-system effects.
- May worsen muscle weakness in myasthenia gravis.
- Avoid for infections without proven or strongly suspected susceptible bacteria.
- Separate from antacids or mineral supplements containing aluminum, magnesium, iron, or zinc.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited. Use only when clearly needed; safer alternatives may be preferred.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether delafloxacin passes into breast milk. Discuss risks and benefits with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Antacids and supplements containing aluminum, magnesium, iron, or zinc can reduce absorption.
- Sucralfate and didanosine products containing aluminum or magnesium can reduce absorption.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.