Factive
Sinusitis, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Gonorrhea + 3 more
Treatment
7 FDA approvals
11 Active Studies for Factive
Treatment for
Sinusitis
What is Factive
Gemifloxacin
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Gemifloxacin is a type of antibiotic that is used to treat acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and mild-to-moderate pneumonia. It comes in pill form and works by blocking the bacteria’s ability to make DNA, which stops the bacteria from growing.
Factive
is the brand name
Factive Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Factive
Gemifloxacin
2003
4
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Gemifloxacin, otherwise known as Factive, is approved by the FDA for 7 uses like Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB) and Multidrug resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae infection .
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB)
Multidrug resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae infection
Bacterial Infections
Bronchitis, Chronic
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Pneumococcal Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Effectiveness
How Factive Affects Patients
Gemifloxacin is an antibiotic used to fight bacteria. It works by attaching to an enzyme in bacteria that helps them replicate and divide. This attachment prevents the bacteria from reproducing. Gemifloxacin is very effective against both types of bacteria, Gram-positive and Gram-negative.
How Factive works in the body
Gemifloxacin kills bacteria by blocking certain enzymes that are needed for the bacteria to replicate, make repairs, and produce new cells.
When to interrupt dosage
The quantity of Factive is contingent upon the diagnosed state, such as Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and bacterial rhinosinusitis. The measure of dosage is contingent upon the mode of delivery, featured in the table hereafter.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Gonorrhea
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Bronchitis, Chronic
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Pneumococcal Infections
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Sinusitis
, 320.0 mg
, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated
Warnings
Factive Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Factive.
Common Factive Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Amiodarone
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Gemifloxacin is combined with Amiodarone.
Amitriptyline
Major
Gemifloxacin may increase the QTc-prolonging activities of Amitriptyline.
Anagrelide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Gemifloxacin is combined with Anagrelide.
Arsenic trioxide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Gemifloxacin is combined with Arsenic trioxide.
Artemether
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Gemifloxacin is combined with Artemether.
Factive Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Factive?
42 active studies are presently underway to explore the potential of Factive in alleviating Gonorrhea, Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) and Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (ABECB).
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Gonorrhea
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
6 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 2
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
5 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3
Sinusitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchitis, Chronic
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumococcal Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Factive Reviews: What are patients saying about Factive?
5
Patient Review
3/26/2010
Factive for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
3.7
Patient Review
8/27/2010
Factive for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
3
Patient Review
10/5/2010
Factive for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
3
Patient Review
3/16/2010
Factive for Osteoporosis
3
Patient Review
2/2/2011
Factive for Pneumonia caused by Bacteria
2.7
Patient Review
11/7/2010
Factive for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
1
Patient Review
1/28/2011
Factive for Pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma Pneumoniae
1
Patient Review
4/28/2011
Factive for Bacterial Infection with Chronic Bronchitis
Patient Q&A Section about factive
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What does Factive treat?
"Factive is a prescription medication used to relieve the symptoms of pneumonia and chronic bronchitis that has flared up. It may be used on its own or in conjunction with other drugs. Factive is part of a group of drugs known as fluoroquinolones. The safety and effectiveness of this medication has not been established in children."
Answered by AI
What is the medication Gemifloxacin used for?
"Gemifloxacin is used to treat bronchitis and pneumonia caused by bacterial infections. It is classified as a quinolone antibiotic and works by either killing the bacteria or preventing their growth. However, it will not work on illnesses such as colds, flu, or other virus infections."
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Is Factive still available?
"All of the above formulations have been discontinued as of Aug 10, 2022. However, there are still some pharmacies (both online and offline) that might attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Factive. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe, so please be cautious when purchasing any medication."
Answered by AI
What kind of drug is Factive?
"Factive is an antibiotic that helps fight bacteria in the body. It is generally used to treat infections in the lungs, but can also have serious side effects."
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