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Sipro is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Sipro has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sipro. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Sipro side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sipro are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sipro is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Sipro related warnings talks about Sipro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Sipro is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sipro contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Sipro with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sipro is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Sipro 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
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Is the use of Sipro safe for pregnant women?
Sipro may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Sipro, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Sipro safe during breastfeeding?
Sipro can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Sipro on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Sipro on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Sipro on the Liver?
Sipro has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Sipro on the Heart?
Sipro has very mild side effects on the heart.
Sipro 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 Sipro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sipro habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Sipro. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sipro as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Sipro is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sipro cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Sipro
Taking certain foods and Sipro together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sipro
Consumption of alcohol and Sipro together may have severe effects on your health.
Sipro 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Sipro with azithromycin because it can cause problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Sipro can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Sipro 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.
Yes, Sipro 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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