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Cipret is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Cipret have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cipret. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cipret side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cipret normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cipret has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cipret's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cipret is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cipret have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cipret with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cipret, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cipret 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 Cipret safe for pregnant women?
Cipret may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Cipret again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cipret safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cipret. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Cipret on the Kidneys?
Cipret rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cipret on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cipret on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cipret on the Heart?
Side effects of Cipret rarely affect the heart.
Cipret 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 Cipret unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cipret habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cipret cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cipret as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cipret only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cipret cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cipret
Taking Cipret with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cipret
Consumption of alcohol and Cipret together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Cipret 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.
Discontinuing Cipret on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Cipret 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.
Yes, Cipret can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Cipret can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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