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Cifran Od is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cifran Od also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cifran Od depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cifran Od can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cifran Od are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cifran Od's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Cifran Od's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cifran Od related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Cifran Od since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cifran Od have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cifran Od with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cifran Od is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cifran Od 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 Cifran Od safe for pregnant women?
Cifran OD may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Cifran OD again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cifran Od safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cifran OD. Immediately discontinue Cifran OD if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Cifran Od on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cifran OD on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cifran Od on the Liver?
Cifran OD may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cifran Od on the Heart?
Cifran OD is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cifran Od 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 Cifran Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cifran Od habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cifran Od can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cifran Od as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cifran Od should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cifran Od for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cifran Od
Taking certain foods and Cifran Od together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cifran Od
Consuming Cifran Od with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Cifran OD can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, Cifran OD 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.
Cifran OD 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.
Cifran OD should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Yes, you can take Cifran OD 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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