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[Clinical study on norfloxacin in children]

K Okada1, S Kagami

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Tokushima University.

Insights

Norfloxacin, a new antibacterial drug, demonstrated 100% efficacy in treating pediatric infectious diseases. This clinical study found no adverse side effects in children receiving the medication.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases

Context:

  • Norfloxacin (AM-715) is a novel synthetic antibacterial agent.
  • Pediatric infectious diseases require effective and safe treatment options.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of Norfloxacin in pediatric patients.
  • To assess the therapeutic outcomes and adverse events associated with Norfloxacin treatment in children.

Summary:

  • Eighteen pediatric patients (3-14 years) with infectious diseases received oral Norfloxacin (5.2-17.9 mg/kg/day) for 4-14 days.
  • Clinical efficacy was rated as excellent in 1 case and good in 16 cases, with an overall efficacy rate of 100%.
  • No adverse side effects or abnormal laboratory values were reported during the treatment period.

Impact:

  • Norfloxacin shows promising efficacy and excellent safety profile for treating pediatric infectious diseases.
  • This study supports Norfloxacin as a potential therapeutic option for bacterial infections in children.
  • The findings highlight the need for further research into Norfloxacin's role in pediatric infectious disease management.

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