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Cidik Benefits & Uses

Cidik is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Cidik Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cidik Related Warnings

Is the use of Cidik safe for pregnant women?

Cidik can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cidik, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cidik safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cidik. Immediately discontinue Cidik if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cidik on the Kidneys?

Cidik rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cidik on the Liver?

Cidik is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cidik on the Heart?

Cidik may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cidik with Other Drugs

Cidik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Cidik Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cidik unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cidik

Is this Cidik habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Cidik. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cidik, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cidik can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cidik is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cidik is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cidik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cidik

Taking certain foods and Cidik together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cidik

Taking alcohol with Cidik can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cidik

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cidik for pseudomonas infection?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can take Cidik for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Cidik. Please consult your doctor before taking Cidik for the above-mentioned infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cidik with dextromethorphan?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cidik can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cidik?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Cidik is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cidik with warfarin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Cidik should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Cidik to you.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cidik for sinus infection?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Cidik is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.