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Ciflox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ciflox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Ciflox is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ciflox as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ciflox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ciflox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ciflox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ciflox related warnings section.
Ciflox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ciflox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ciflox may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ciflox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ciflox is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ciflox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ciflox. It is best to stop taking Ciflox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ciflox safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ciflox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ciflox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ciflox again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ciflox on the Kidneys?
Ciflox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciflox on the Liver?
Ciflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ciflox on the Heart?
Side effects of Ciflox rarely affect the heart.
Ciflox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciflox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciflox habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciflox cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciflox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ciflox can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ciflox is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciflox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciflox
Using Ciflox with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciflox
Taking alcohol with Ciflox can be dangerous.
Do not take Ciflox along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Ciflox with calcium-rich foods.
Yes, you can take Ciflox for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.
Ciflox used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ciflox with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Ciflox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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