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Xipro 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Xipro 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xipro 250 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Xipro 250 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xipro 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xipro 250 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Xipro 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xipro 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Xipro 250 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xipro 250 Tablet in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Some other conditions that can be affected by Xipro 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Xipro 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Xipro 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Xipro 250 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 Xipro 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Xipro may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Xipro again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Xipro 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Xipro. Immediately discontinue Xipro if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Xipro 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Xipro rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xipro 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Xipro has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xipro 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Xipro rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xipro 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xipro 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Xipro 250 Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xipro 250 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Xipro 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xipro 250 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xipro 250 Tablet
Taking Xipro 250 Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xipro 250 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Xipro 250 Tablet can be dangerous.
It is recommended to avoid taking Xipro 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, you can take Xipro 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.
Do not take Xipro 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 Xipro with calcium-rich foods.
Xipro can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Xipro and doxylamine can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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