Benzalkonium (Cl)

Overview

Eflornithine (HCl) is an antiprotozoal agent. Eflornithine (HCl) is used in the treatment of African trypanosomiasis and is effective in early and more importantly in late stages of this disease when there is CNS involvement. It acts as an irreversible inhibitor of ornithine decarboxylase, the rate-limiting enzyme in the biosynthesis; trypanosomas are more susceptible yo the effect of eflornithine. It also has activity against Pneuocystis carinii.

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Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

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Dosage

Benzalkonium (Cl)'s dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

0.01 %0.01 (0.01)As recommended.Ophthalmicdrops. As required.
0.1 to 0.2 %0.15 (0.15)As recommended.TopicalAs Required

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

0.1 to 0.2 %0.15 (0.15)As recommended.TopicalAs Required

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

0.1 to 0.2 %0.15 (0.15)As recommended.TopicalAs Required

High Risk Groups

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Warning / Precautions

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Storage Conditions

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Interference in Pathology

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Brands / Trade Names of Benzalkonium (Cl)

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Manufacturers of Benzalkonium (Cl) in Pakistan

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