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Treatment of bacterial infections of the lungs, nose, ear, bones and joints, skin and soft tissue, kidney, bladder, abdomen, and genitals caused by ciprofloxacin-susceptible organisms. Infections may include urinary tract infection, prostatitis, lower respiratory tract infection, otitis media (middle ear infection), sinusitis, skin, bone and joint infections, infectious diarrhea, typhoid fever, and gonorrhea.
May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals to minimise GI discomfort. Do not take w/ antacids, Fe or dairy products.
Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or other quinolones. History or risk of QT prolongation; known history of myasthenia gravis. Concomitant use with tizanidine.
Vomiting, Stomach pain, Nausea, Diarrhea
Patient with known or suspected CNS disorders, risk factors predisposing to seizures, or lower seizure threshold; history or risk factors for QT interval prolongation, torsades de pointes, uncorrected hypokalaemia/hypomagnesaemia, cardiac disease (e.g. heart failure, MI, bradycardia); positive family history of aneurysm disease, pre-existing aortic aneurysm or dissection and its risk factors (e.g. Marfan syndrome, vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypertension, peripheral atherosclerotic vascular disease); diabetes, previous tendon disorder (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis), G6PD deficiency. Renal and hepatic impairment. Elderly, children. Pregnancy and lactation.
Store between 20-25°C.
Quinolones
Use in Children 6-17 years of ageAntidiprin Use in Children 6-17 years of age
General MUs in 1-4g; use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment
Uses in children 6 years and overOrder of No Return
Order of No Return to reviewQT prolongation: see QT prolongation section
Vomiting, seizures, myasthenia gravis, QTc prolongationOther errors may occur
Seek medical attention as soon as possible if you have any symptoms of a toxoplasmosis, especially if you have myasthenia gravis, heart failure, MI, bradycardia, nausea, vomiting, brain damage or confusion. Symptoms may include: increased heart rate, feeling faint, dizzy, confused, irritable or hostile muscles, weakness, headache, confusion, seizures and coma
Infections may include urinary tract infection, prostatitis, lower respiratory tract infection, upper abdominal pain, overdose of alcohol, other sexually transmitted infections, urinary tract infection, prostatitis, lower respiratory tract infection, otitis media, sinusitis, infectious diarrhea syndrome, typhoid fever, and gonorrhea
Adults
Treatment of bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, liver, heart, skin, spongy bacteria, otitis media, sinusitis, typhoid fever, and gonorrhea.
Ciprofloxacin is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, ear infections, urinary tract infections, genital tract infections, stomach infections, infections of bones and joints and skin and soft tissue infections. It can also be used in the management of patients with anthrax inhalation exposure.
Ciprofloxacin: Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
Ciprofloxacinworks by blocking the actions of certain bacterial proteins (such as DNA gyrase, topoisomerase IV) which is essential for the bacteria to survive. As a result, it destroys the susceptible bacteria and prevent their further growth and multiplication within the body which helps in reducing the severity of the infection.
Consult your doctor if you experience:
Please consult your doctor or pharmacist or, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
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Ciprofloxacin can be supplied in lower doses (including non-prescription) as required by the doctor. Please follow the instructions provided with your medicine.
For cases in which as little as 10 mg per dayplease inform your doctor or pharmacist may recommend to you by telephone. Please note thatCiprofloxacin can be dangerous for you, if you have any medical conditions. Please be advised that you must be followactive talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. If you have any of the following conditions you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Chronic bacterial prostatitis (CABP) is a common and serious bacterial infection that affects a significant portion of the population [
]. In the United States, the estimated prevalence of CABP is 0.5–1.0% [
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In India, the prevalence of CABP is 0.6–0.9% [
In India, CABP is caused by a wide range of bacterial infections, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs), bronchitis, and bacterial vaginosis [
STIs are often non-infectious, but they can have serious consequences for health. For instance, some people with STIs have a high risk of developing a new infection, and others have a risk of developing an infection after taking the medication [
CABP can cause pain, fever, joint pain, and even a skin rash [
As a result of the risk of infection, a healthcare provider may need to perform tests to find out the underlying cause of the infection [
In addition, CABP can affect a person’s self-esteem, relationships, and self-esteem [
CABP has a high prevalence in India, affecting approximately 3.8% of individuals in the population [
In the United Kingdom, the estimated prevalence of CABP is 0.3% [
In the United States, the estimated prevalence of CABP is 0.6% [
In India, the prevalence of CABP is 0.2%–0.9% [
], and in the United Kingdom, the estimated prevalence is 0.1% [
The risk of CABP is high among women, but is not as high among men [
In India, the prevalence of CABP is 0.5% [
The risk of CABP increases with the amount of medication taken [
The duration of CABP is 10 to 12 weeks, with the risk of CABP being less when the medication is taken for a longer period [
A healthcare provider may use antibiotics to treat bacterial infections in a person’s body. The most commonly prescribed antibiotic is Ciprofloxacin [
Antibiotic treatment is administered by a healthcare provider to treat a bacterial infection, such as CABP, and may be prescribed by a healthcare provider in accordance with local guidelines. However, it is important to note that the frequency of antibiotic treatment is individual and may vary among healthcare providers, and it can vary from person to person, even for the same type of infection [
In India, the prevalence of CABP is 0.7%–0.9% [
The risk of CABP increases with the number of medications taken [
In India, the risk of CABP increases with the number of medications taken [
For people who are sexually active, there is a high risk of CABP [
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What is CIPRO 500 TABLET used for?
CIPRO 500 TABLET is used in adults in the management of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear and sinus, urinary tract, genital tract, gastrointestinal tract, skin and soft tissue, bone and joint, as well as anthrax inhalation exposure infections. CIPRO 500 TABLET is also used in the management of fever in patients with neutropenia-associated infection. Use of CIPRO 500 TABLET in children and adolescents is to manage lung and bronchial infections with cystic fibrosis and complicated urinary tract infections, including infections that cause pyelonephritis (a kidney infection that needs immediate medical attention). Consult your doctor before taking CIPRO 500 TABLET.IsCIPRO 500 TABLETsafe to take?
CIPRO 500 TABLET is a relatively safe drug. However, the complications are more comparable to other drugs and hence should only be strictly taken if prescribed by a doctor for your present condition in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.
Can I skip the dose of?
No. You should complete the full course of CIPRO 500 TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. It is important that CIPRO 500 TABLET be taken at the right dose and for the right duration given. Otherwise, the symptoms can prevail and sometimes worsen.
Can the use of CIPRO 500 TABLET cause diarrhoea?
Yes, the use of CIPRO 500 TABLET can cause diarrhoea. It is an antibiotic that eliminates harmful bacteria. However, it also attacks the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking CIPRO 500 TABLET.
Can CIPRO 500 TABLET increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, the use of CIPRO 500 TABLET is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (Achilles tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take CIPRO 500 TABLET. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
What will happen if I accidentally take more of
If you have accidentally overdosed on CIPRO 500 TABLET, you may suffer from reversible kidney toxicity. In such cases, adequate hydration should be maintained. Hence, drink plenty of fluids, to avoid further complications. And consult a doctor immediately and visit the nearby hospital.
Can CIPRO 500 TABLET be given to breastfeeding mothers?
CIPRO 500 TABLET tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as the medicine could harm the child. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before you start taking this medication for infections.
Can I take CIPRO 500 TABLET for my cough and flu?
No, CIPRO 500 TABLET is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against specific kinds of bacterial infections and not against viral infections causing cough and flu. You should not self-medicate CIPRO 500 TABLET without prior consultation with a doctor. Self-prescription is dangerous and can lower the efficacy and therapeutic outcome of CIPRO 500 TABLET leading to antibiotic resistance.
You should contact a doctor if you have noticed any improvement in your symptoms, such as weight loss, or if the symptoms persist.Can I take CIPRO 500 TABLET for my cold and flu?
No, CIPRO 500 TABLET is an anti-viral that act only against specific kinds of bacterial infections and is not recommended for use by children. Self-prescription is dangerous and can harm the efficacy of this medication.aghanordialetrona
You can take CIPRO 500 TABLET:To ensure that you are taking it exactly as prescribed, consult your doctor.
Infections: commonMost infections associated with CIPRO 500 TABLET are pneumonia (six in every 100 people), sinusitis (two in every five people), community-acquired pneumonia (three in every five people), and other types of infections.
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