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Ciprox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ciprox have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ciprox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Ciprox have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ciprox 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.
In addition, Ciprox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Ciprox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ciprox related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ciprox since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ciprox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ciprox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ciprox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ciprox 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 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.
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.
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Kidneys?
Ciprox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciprox on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciprox on the Heart?
Ciprox is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ciprox 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 Ciprox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciprox habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Ciprox. 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 Ciprox. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ciprox should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciprox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciprox
Using Ciprox with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprox
Taking alcohol with Ciprox can be dangerous.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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