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Latest revision as of 00:56, 20 February 2025

An article about the antibiotic Danofloxacin

Danofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used primarily in veterinary medicine. It is effective against a range of Gram-negative bacteria and is used to treat bacterial infections in animals such as cattle and poultry.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Danofloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes critical for DNA replication and transcription. This inhibition leads to the disruption of bacterial DNA synthesis, ultimately causing bacterial cell death.

Pharmacokinetics[edit]

Danofloxacin is administered via intramuscular injection or oral administration. It is rapidly absorbed and distributed throughout the body, reaching effective concentrations in tissues where infections are commonly found. The drug is metabolized in the liver and excreted primarily through the urinary system.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Danofloxacin is used to treat a variety of infections in animals, including:

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) in cattle
Colibacillosis in poultry

Safety and Precautions[edit]

While Danofloxacin is generally safe when used as directed, it is important to adhere to prescribed dosages to avoid potential side effects. Overuse or misuse can lead to the development of antibiotic resistance.

Regulatory Status[edit]

Danofloxacin is approved for use in veterinary medicine in several countries. Its use is regulated to ensure that residues do not remain in animal products intended for human consumption.

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-'''Danofloxacin''' is a [[fluoroquinolone]] [[antibiotic]] used in [[veterinary medicine]] to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is particularly effective against [[Gram-negative bacteria]], including [[Escherichia coli]] and [[Pasteurella multocida]], and is commonly used in the treatment of [[respiratory tract infections]] in cattle and swine.
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-== History ==
+'''Danofloxacin''' is a [[fluoroquinolone]] [[antibiotic]] used primarily in [[veterinary medicine]]. It is effective against a range of [[Gram-negative bacteria]] and is used to treat [[bacterial infections]] in animals such as [[cattle]] and [[poultry]].
-Danofloxacin was first approved for use in the United States in 1995. It was developed by [[Zoetis]], a global animal health company, as part of their commitment to developing innovative solutions for animal health.
+==Mechanism of Action==
+Danofloxacin works by inhibiting bacterial [[DNA gyrase]] and [[topoisomerase IV]], enzymes critical for [[DNA replication]] and [[transcription]]. This inhibition leads to the disruption of bacterial [[DNA synthesis]], ultimately causing bacterial cell death.
-== Mechanism of Action ==
+==Pharmacokinetics==
+Danofloxacin is administered via [[intramuscular injection]] or [[oral administration]]. It is rapidly absorbed and distributed throughout the body, reaching effective concentrations in tissues where infections are commonly found. The drug is metabolized in the [[liver]] and excreted primarily through the [[urinary system]].
-Danofloxacin works by inhibiting the [[DNA gyrase]] and [[topoisomerase IV]] enzymes, which are essential for bacterial DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This inhibition results in the death of the bacteria.
+==Clinical Uses==
+Danofloxacin is used to treat a variety of infections in animals, including:
+* [[Bovine respiratory disease]] (BRD) in cattle
+* [[Colibacillosis]] in poultry
-== Usage ==
+==Safety and Precautions==
+While Danofloxacin is generally safe when used as directed, it is important to adhere to prescribed dosages to avoid potential side effects. Overuse or misuse can lead to the development of [[antibiotic resistance]].
-Danofloxacin is administered orally or by injection. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the type and severity of the infection, as well as the animal's weight and overall health status. It is important to follow the veterinarian's instructions carefully to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment and to prevent the development of [[antibiotic resistance]].
+==Regulatory Status==
+Danofloxacin is approved for use in veterinary medicine in several countries. Its use is regulated to ensure that residues do not remain in animal products intended for human consumption.
-== Side Effects ==
-As with all antibiotics, danofloxacin can cause side effects. These may include loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and changes in behavior. In rare cases, it can cause serious side effects such as seizures, severe allergic reactions, and damage to the cartilage in growing animals.
-== Resistance ==
-The misuse and overuse of antibiotics like danofloxacin can lead to the development of antibiotic resistance, a serious global health concern. It is therefore crucial to use this medication responsibly, under the guidance of a veterinarian.
-== See Also ==
+==Related pages==
 * [[Fluoroquinolone]]
+* [[Antibiotic resistance]]
 * [[Veterinary medicine]]
-* [[Antibiotic resistance]]
-[[Category:Veterinary drugs]]
 [[Category:Antibiotics]]
 [[Category:Fluoroquinolones]]
+[[Category:Veterinary drugs]]
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