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Encip Benefits & Uses

Encip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Encip 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

Encip Related Warnings

Is the use of Encip safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Encip safe during breastfeeding?

Encip may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Encip, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Encip.

Moderate
What is the effect of Encip on the Kidneys?

Encip has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Encip on the Liver?

Encip may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Encip on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Encip on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Encip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Encip Contraindications

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

Is this Encip habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Encip can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

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

After taking Encip you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Encip only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Encip for mental disorders.

No

Encip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Encip

Taking Encip with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Encip

Taking alcohol with Encip can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Encip

Question almost 6 years ago

What does Encip treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Encip 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Encip with omeprazole?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Encip can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Encip?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Encip is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Encip for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Encip for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Encip on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Encip on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.