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Dicip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Dicip has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Dicip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dicip can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dicip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Dicip has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dicip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Dicip since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dicip contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Dicip have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dicip is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dicip 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 Dicip safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Dicip. It is best to stop taking Dicip immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Dicip safe during breastfeeding?
Dicip may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dicip, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dicip.
What is the effect of Dicip on the Kidneys?
Dicip rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dicip on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dicip on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dicip on the Heart?
Dicip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Dicip 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 Dicip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicip habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Dicip can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dicip you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Dicip should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dicip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dicip
Taking Dicip with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicip
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dicip as it can have severe side effects.
It is recommended to avoid taking Dicip 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.
Yes, Dicip 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.
Dicip 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.
Do not take Dicip along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Dicip with calcium-rich foods.
Dicip 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 Dicip to you.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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