Purbac Adult (Tablet), Double Strength (Tablet), Purbac Paediatric Suspension 80 mg, 400 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 January 1979
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative infections.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 2 tablets every 12 hours; max 3 for severe cases. Children 6-12: 1 tablet every 12 hours.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Immunocompromised patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Phenytoin
- Diuretics
Contraindications
- Porphyria
- Liver damage
- Megaloblastic anemia
- Severe renal insufficiency
- Hypersensitivity to sulphonamides
Common side effects
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Thrombocytopenia
Counselling Points
- Take with plenty of fluids
- Report any rash immediately
- Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Serious warnings
- Risk of severe allergic reactions
- Monitor blood counts in prolonged use
- Caution in folate deficiency
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