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Ciplox Eye Ointment, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ciplox Eye Ointment have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ciplox Eye Ointment 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ciplox Eye Ointment can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ciplox Eye Ointment go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ciplox Eye Ointment is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ciplox Eye Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ciplox Eye Ointment related warnings section.
Ciplox Eye Ointment 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 Ciplox Eye Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ciplox Eye Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ciplox Eye Ointment is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ciplox Eye Ointment is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ciplox Eye Ointment is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ciplox Eye Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Ciplox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ciplox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ciplox Eye Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ciplox. Immediately discontinue Ciplox 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 Ciplox Eye Ointment on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciplox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciplox Eye Ointment on the Liver?
Ciplox has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ciplox Eye Ointment on the Heart?
Ciplox may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciplox Eye Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciplox Eye Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Ciplox Eye Ointment can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ciplox Eye Ointment. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ciplox Eye Ointment is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciplox Eye Ointment in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciplox Eye Ointment
Taking certain foods and Ciplox Eye Ointment together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciplox Eye Ointment
Consumption of alcohol and Ciplox Eye Ointment together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Ciplox for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Ciplox. Please consult your doctor before taking Ciplox for the above-mentioned infection.
Do not take Ciplox 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 Ciplox with calcium-rich foods.
Yes, you can take Ciplox 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.
Ciplox 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ciplox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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