Anti-Infective Medicines

Protecting our community from infectious pathogens requires precise, evidence-based pharmaceutical interventions. At Harojan Pharmacy Limited, our we offer a highly regulated selection of specialized antimicrobials, including antibacterials, antimalarials, antifungals, and antivirals. Aligned with the Kenya Essential Medicines List (KEML), we are committed to therapeutic stewardship—ensuring patients receive the exact therapeutic molecule at the correct therapeutic dosage. Our clinical pharmacists oversee this directory to guarantee medication authenticity, promote rational drug use, and minimize the risk of drug resistance.

A. Antibiotics (Antibacterials)

 Used to treat localized or systemic bacterial infections ranging from respiratory tract infections and dental abscesses to urinary tract infections (UTIs). Stock is managed strictly under clinical prescription guidelines.

  • Common Stock / Medicines:
    • First-line / Broad-spectrum Penicillins: Brands/Generics: Amoxicillin (Amoxil), Amoxicillin-Clavulanic Acid (Augmentin).
    • Macrolides & Fluoroquinolones: For respiratory or specialized tissue care. * (Generics: Azithromycin, Ciprofloxacin).*
    • Targeted Urinary Tract Agents: (Generic: Nitrofurantoin).

B. Antimalarials

Focused on the prevention and treatment of malaria strains prevalent across East Africa. This includes standard rapid-acting curative regimens and prophylactic travel medication.

  • Common Stock / Medicines:
    • Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs): The gold-standard first-line treatment for uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria. (Brands: Coartem, Lumartem, Duo-Cotecxin).
    • Prophylactics: For travel or specialized prevention regimes. (Generics: Mefloquine, Doxycycline).

C. Antifungals & Anti-Parasitics

Formulated to resolve systemic, cutaneous, or mucous-membrane fungal strains, as well as common protozoal or helminthic (worm) infestations.

  • Common Stock / Medicines:
    • Oral & Topical Antifungals: Treating ringworms, candidiasis, or systemic fungal pathogens. (Generics: Fluconazole, Clotrimazole/Canesten, Griseofulvin).
    • Anthelmintics & Antiprotozoals: Standard deworming and amoebic infection protocols. (Generics: Albendazole, Zentel, Metronidazole/Flagyl).

D. Specialized Antivirals (Chronic Management)

Highly restricted, specialized maintenance regimes designed to suppress viral replication patterns for chronic conditions.

  • Common Stock / Medicines:
    • Antiretrovirals (ARVs): Modern fixed-dose combinations for HIV management. (Generics: Dolutegravir-based combinations).
    • Acute Antivirals: For localized viral flare-ups like herpes simplex or shingles. (Generic: Acyclovir).

Brand Name

Active Ingredient (Generic)

Strength / Pack

Classification

Primary Clinical Target

Augmentin

Co-Amoxiclav

625mg (14 Tabs)

POM (Prescription Only)

Bacterial Infections / Respiratory / Skin

Coartem

Artemether + Lumefantrine

20/120mg (24 Tabs)

P (Pharmacy Medicine)

Acute Uncomplicated Malaria

Flagyl

Metronidazole

400mg (21 Tabs)

POM (Prescription Only)

Amoebiasis, Bacterial Vaginosis, Dental

Zentel

Albendazole

400mg (1 Tab)

OTC (Over the Counter)

Intestinal Worm Infestations

Fluconazole

Fluconazole

150mg (1 Capsule)

P (Pharmacy Medicine)

Fungal Candidiasis (Thrush)