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Ciprocir is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ciprocir have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ciprocir 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ciprocir have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ciprocir are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ciprocir is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ciprocir related warnings talks about Ciprocir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ciprocir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ciprocir in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Ciprocir have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ciprocir may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ciprocir is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ciprocir 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Ciprocir safe for pregnant women?
Ciprocir may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ciprocir again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ciprocir safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ciprocir. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ciprocir on the Kidneys?
Ciprocir rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciprocir on the Liver?
Ciprocir is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ciprocir on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciprocir on the heart have been reported.
Ciprocir 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 Ciprocir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciprocir habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciprocir 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 Ciprocir as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ciprocir is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciprocir in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciprocir
The side effects of taking Ciprocir with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprocir
Consumption of alcohol and Ciprocir together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ciprocir 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.
Discontinuing Ciprocir 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.
Yes, you can take Ciprocir 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.
Ciprocir 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.
Ciprocir and doxylamine can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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