Penquin 500 Mg Tablet

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Penquin 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Penquin 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Penquin 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.

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Age Group Dosage

Penquin 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

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


    Penquin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Penquin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

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


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Penquin. Immediately discontinue Penquin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

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


    Penquin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Side effects of Penquin rarely affect the liver.

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


    Penquin is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Penquin 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Penquin 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Penquin 500 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Penquin 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, Penquin 500 Mg Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

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


    After taking Penquin 500 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Penquin 500 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Penquin 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Penquin 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Penquin 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Penquin 500 Mg Tablet


    Taking Penquin 500 Mg Tablet with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Penquin 500 Mg Tablet


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

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Penquin 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Penquin with omeprazole?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Penquin 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 over 5 years ago

How to take Penquin?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Penquin should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Penquin safe?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Penquin 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Penquin with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Penquin can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Penquin?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Penquin 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584

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