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

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Citoz 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citoz 500 Mg Tablet in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Citoz 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

Citoz Benefits & Uses
Citoz Dosage & How to Take
Citoz Side Effects
Citoz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Citoz with Other Drugs
Citoz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Citoz
Citoz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Citoz 500 Mg 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

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Citoz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Citoz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Citoz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Citoz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Citoz rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Citoz rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Citoz 500 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citoz 500 Mg 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 Citoz 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Citoz 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Citoz 500 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Citoz 500 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Citoz 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Citoz 500 Mg Tablet

Using Citoz 500 Mg Tablet with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Citoz 500 Mg Tablet

Consuming Citoz 500 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Citoz 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is Citoz safe?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Citoz 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Citoz for sinus infection?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Citoz is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Citoz with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Citoz 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 over 5 years ago

How does Citoz effects tendon?

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

Citoz can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Citoz treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Citoz 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.