Factive

Brand name:

Factive

Pronounced: FAK-tiv
Generic Name: Gemifloxacin

Why is Factive prescribed?

Factive is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections of the respiratory tract, such as bronchitis and pneumonia.

Most important fact about Factive

Medications similar to Factive have been known to cause dangerous allergic reactions as soon as you take the first dose. Stop taking the drug and call your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following warning signs while taking Factive:

Abnormal or rapid heartbeat
Difficulty swallowing or breathing
Fainting spells
Heart palpitations
Skin rash, hives, or any skin reaction
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat

How should you take Factive?

Factive should be taken once daily at the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take more than 1 dose per day.

Swallow the tablet whole with plenty of fluids. Do not chew the tablet.

Take your complete prescription exactly as prescribed, even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking Factive too soon, the infection may come back.

--If you miss a dose...

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

--Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature and protect from light.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Factive.

• More common side effects may include:
  Diarrhea, headache, nausea, rash

Why should Factive not be prescribed?

You cannot take Factive if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it or to other fluoroquinolone antibiotics, including: ciprofloxacin (Cipro), enoxacin (Penetrex), gatifloxacin (Tequin), levofloxacin (Levaquin), lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), norfloxacin (Noroxin), ofloxacin (Floxin), soarfloxacin (Zagam), trovafloxacin (Trovan tablets), and alatrofloxacin (Trovan intravenous).

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