Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml

About Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml

Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml Uses

• Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
• Recurrent UTIs in children under medical supervision
• Bacteriuria caused by susceptible organisms

Drug Class

• Quinolone antibiotic
• Urinary antiseptic

What Experts Say

Nalidixic acid works by blocking an enzyme bacteria need to copy their DNA, which stops them from multiplying in the urinary tract.

It is usually given several times a day for 7 to 14 days, and the dose is measured carefully in children using the syrup's measuring cup.

Because it can increase sun sensitivity, prolonged sun exposure should be avoided while taking this medicine.

Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml formula

• Nalidixic Acid 250mg/5ml

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the dose with the marked cup, not a kitchen spoon.
• Give with a full glass of water to help prevent stomach upset.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms settle early.

Drug Interactions

Negram syrup can interact with a small number of common medicines.

• Antacids: Reduce absorption of nalidixic acid when taken at the same time.
• Warfarin: May increase bleeding risk by displacing warfarin, so clotting checks are advised.
• NSAIDs: Combined use may raise the risk of seizures.

Risks and warnings

• Sun sensitivity: Avoid prolonged sun exposure, as it can cause skin reactions.
• Seizure risk: Use with caution in people with epilepsy or a seizure disorder.
• G6PD deficiency: May trigger hemolytic anemia in people with this enzyme deficiency.
• Infants: Avoid in infants under 3 months of age.

Negram syrup 250mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Skin rash
• Sun sensitivity

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children.