Ciprodac 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Information

Ciprodac 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ciprodac 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Ciprodac 500 Tablet 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 Ciprodac 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ciprodac 500 Tablet 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.

In addition, Ciprodac 500 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Ciprodac 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ciprodac 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ciprodac 500 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ciprodac 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Ciprodac 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ciprodac 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ciprodac Benefits & Uses
Ciprodac Dosage & How to Take
Ciprodac Side Effects
Ciprodac Related Warnings
Ciprodac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ciprodac
Ciprodac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ciprodac 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ciprodac 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Ciprodac can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ciprodac, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ciprodac 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ciprodac. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ciprodac immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ciprodac again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ciprodac 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ciprodac rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciprodac 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Ciprodac may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciprodac 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ciprodac on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciprodac 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ciprodac 500 Tablet

Is this Ciprodac 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Ciprodac 500 Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ciprodac 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ciprodac 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ciprodac 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ciprodac 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ciprodac 500 Tablet

Taking certain foods and Ciprodac 500 Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprodac 500 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Ciprodac 500 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ciprodac 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprodac with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ciprodac 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Ciprodac on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Ciprodac 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprodac with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Ciprodac 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Ciprodac?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Ciprodac 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprodac with warfarin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Ciprodac 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 Ciprodac to you.