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Dicip 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Dicip 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dicip 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dicip 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Dicip 500 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dicip 500 Mg Tablet in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Dicip 500 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Dicip 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Dicip 500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Dicip 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Dicip rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dicip on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dicip 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Dicip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicip 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicip 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Dicip 500 Mg Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dicip 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Dicip 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dicip 500 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dicip 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Dicip 500 Mg Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicip 500 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dicip 500 Mg Tablet 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 -
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