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Ciprochik is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Ciprochik also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ciprochik. 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.
Some other side effects of Ciprochik have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ciprochik are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Ciprochik's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Ciprochik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ciprochik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ciprochik in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ciprochik contraindications section.
Additionally, Ciprochik may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ciprochik is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ciprochik 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 Ciprochik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ciprochik. It is best to stop taking Ciprochik immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ciprochik safe during breastfeeding?
Ciprochik 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 Ciprochik on the Kidneys?
Ciprochik rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciprochik on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciprochik on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciprochik on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciprochik on the heart have been reported.
Ciprochik 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 Ciprochik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciprochik habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Ciprochik. 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 Ciprochik. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ciprochik is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ciprochik cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ciprochik
The side effects of taking Ciprochik with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprochik
Consuming Ciprochik with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Ciprochik is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Ciprochik 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.
Ciprochik should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Ciprochik to you.
Ciprochik can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.
Ciprochik 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713
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