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Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Wockhardt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, including diabetic foot infections and bacteraemia (presence of viable bacteria in the bloodstream). Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml should only be used to treat bacterial infections and not viral infections.

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Thereby, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml helps treat bacterial skin and skin structure infections.

In some cases, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to speak to a healthcare professional if these side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml in children below 18 years have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Uses of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml

Treatment of Bacterial skin and skin structure infections

Medicinal Benefits

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, including diabetic foot infections and bacteraemia. Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic with bactericidal activity against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

Directions for Use

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml

  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Injection site reactions

Drug Warnings

Do not take Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you have mental-health-related problems, diabetes, myasthenia gravis, tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, heart, kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you experience convulsions, dizziness, lightheadedness, persistent headache with or without blurred vision; symptoms of muscle weakness, peripheral neuropathy (pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness of feet or hands), tendon rupture/tendinitis (pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon or weakness) or respiratory difficulties.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins in your diet.
  • Limit sugar and saturated fats.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Follow a balanced and varied diet rich in nutrients.
  • Rest and sleep well. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial skin and skin structure infections: Bacterial skin and skin structure infections, also known as skin and soft tissue infections, are infections associated with skin and soft tissues (mucous membrane and loose connective tissue). Symptoms include swelling, rashes, itching, pus, pain, and redness.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to pregnancy category C. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant before receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Your doctor will prescribe Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml passes into breastmilk. So, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.

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Driving

Caution

No studies on the effect of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml on the ability to drive have been conducted. If you have any symptoms that impair your ability to concentrate or respond, do not drive.

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Liver

Caution

No dose adjustment is required. However, if you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Studies of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml in people with renal impairment have not been conducted. Hence, if you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.

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Children

Unsafe

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is not recommended for use in children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
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FAQs

Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml belongs to the class of antibiotics used in the treatment of bacterial skin and soft tissue infections, including diabetic foot infections and concurrent bacteraemia (presence of viable bacteria in the bloodstream).
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains 'levonadifloxacin', which works by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, which are essential for DNA replication, transcription, and repair. Thereby, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml helps treat bacterial skin and skin structure infections.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may be indicated for the treatment of diabetic foot infections. Diabetic foot infection is the most common complication of diabetes mellitus.
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while on treatment with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is advised. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of hypoglycemia such as confusion, dizziness, headache, shakiness, sweating, pounding heart or trembling.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is associated with an increased risk of tendinitis (inflammation of tendons) and tendon rupture in all age groups. This risk is increased in older people over 60 years, in people taking corticosteroids, and in patients with heart, kidney, or lung transplants.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may aggravate muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis. Avoid taking Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml if you have a history of myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease).
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is associated with an increased risk of peripheral neuropathy. Therefore, it should be avoided in patients who have previously experienced peripheral neuropathy. Consult your doctor if you experience pain, tingling, burning sensation, numbness or weakness whilst on treatment with Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause side effects such as gastrointestinal disorders and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to speak to a healthcare professional if these side effects persist or worsen.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml may cause constipation. Eat fibre-rich food and drink enough fluids if you experience constipation. Talk to the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Yes, Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic with bactericidal action against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Antacids containing magnesium, aluminium, or sucralfate may interfere with the working of Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml. Therefore, take antacids 2 hours before or 6 hours after receiving Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml.
Nuwok 800 mg Injection 100 ml contains levonadifloxacin which belongs to benzoquinolizine class of antibiotics.

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