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Ciproace is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ciproace have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ciproace is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ciproace can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ciproace go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ciproace's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ciproace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ciproace 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 Ciproace have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ciproace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ciproace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ciproace 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 Ciproace safe for pregnant women?
Ciproace may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ciproace, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ciproace safe during breastfeeding?
Ciproace can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ciproace on the Kidneys?
Ciproace rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciproace on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciproace on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciproace on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciproace on the heart have been reported.
Ciproace 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 Ciproace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciproace habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Ciproace. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ciproace. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ciproace only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ciproace cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ciproace
Taking Ciproace with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciproace
Taking Ciproace with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Ciproace 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.
Ciproace 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, Ciproace 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ciproace 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.
Ciproace 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
References
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