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Ciprox Benefits & Uses

Ciprox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Ciprox 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ciprox Related Warnings

Is the use of Ciprox safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ciprox. It is best to stop taking Ciprox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ciprox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ciprox. Immediately discontinue Ciprox if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Kidneys?

Ciprox rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Ciprox on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Heart?

Ciprox is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ciprox with Other Drugs

Ciprox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Ciprox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciprox 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 Ciprox

Is this Ciprox habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Ciprox. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ciprox. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ciprox should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Ciprox in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ciprox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ciprox

Using Ciprox with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprox

Taking alcohol with Ciprox can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ciprox

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprox 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

Ciprox 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 Ciprox to you.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprox for pseudomonas infection?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can take Ciprox for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Ciprox. Please consult your doctor before taking Ciprox for the above-mentioned infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Ciprox with dextromethorphan?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Ciprox can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ciprox work?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Ciprox is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Ciprox treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Ciprox 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.