Penetrex (Enoxacin) Drug Information: Overdosage and Contraindications

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Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.
(Generic versions may still be available.)

OVERDOSE

In the event of acute overdosage, the stomach should be emptied by inducing vomiting or by gastric lavage and the patient carefully observed and given supportive treatment. Enoxacin is poorly removed (<5% over 4 hours) by hemodialysis.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Penetrex (enoxacin) is contraindicated in persons with a history of hypersensitivity, tendinitis, or tendon rupture associated with the use of enoxacin or any member of the quinolone group of antimicrobial agents.

Last reviewed on RxList: 12/8/2004
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.