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Cipromid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Cipromid 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 Cipromid. 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.
While these are the most often observed Cipromid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cipromid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cipromid is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cipromid related warnings talks about Cipromid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cipromid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cipromid contraindications section.
Besides this, Cipromid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cipromid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cipromid 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 Cipromid safe for pregnant women?
Cipromid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cipromid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cipromid safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cipromid. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cipromid immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cipromid again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cipromid on the Kidneys?
Cipromid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cipromid on the Liver?
Side effects of Cipromid rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cipromid on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cipromid on the heart have been reported.
Cipromid 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 Cipromid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cipromid habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cipromid can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cipromid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cipromid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cipromid only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cipromid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cipromid
The side effects of taking Cipromid with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cipromid
Taking Cipromid with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Cipromid 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.
Cipromid 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.
Yes, Cipromid 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.
Yes, Cipromid 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.
Cipromid 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
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