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Brand: Cinobac
Cinoxacin is a quinolone antibiotic primarily used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase, an enzyme essential for bacterial DNA replication and repair. It belongs to the first generation of quinolone antibiotics and is specifically effective against gram-negative bacteria commonly found in UTIs.
For the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Outcome:
Increased risk of bleeding
Mechanism:
Cinoxacin may inhibit the metabolism of warfarin.
Outcome:
Increased caffeine levels
Mechanism:
Cinoxacin may inhibit caffeine metabolism.
Outcome:
Slightly delayed absorption
Mechanism:
Presence of food in the stomach.
Most likely new formulation: extended-release formulation to improve patient compliance (Year: 2026, 30% confidence)
Based on historical usage patterns and emerging resistance data, there is a low ( <5%) likelihood of cinoxacin being withdrawn from the market in the next 5 years.
Quinolone Antibiotic
Quinolone