Zolimidine is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of drugs known as quinolone antibiotics, which work by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Zolimidine is used to treat infections of the skin, respiratory tract, sinuses, ears, and urinary tract. It is also used to treat some sexually transmitted infections.
Zolimidine, also known by the brand name Solimidin, was a medication used to treat peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It belonged to a class of drugs called gastroprotective agents. These medications worked by protecting the lining of the stomach and intestines from the damaging effects of stomach acid.
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A - Alimentary tract and metabolism
A02 Drugs for acid related disorders
A02B Drugs for peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
A02BX Other drugs for peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)
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