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Ciptab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ciptab have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ciptab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ciptab as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ciptab normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ciptab has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ciptab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Ciptab since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ciptab contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ciptab with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ciptab is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ciptab 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ciptab is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ciptab safe for pregnant women?
Ciptab may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ciptab again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ciptab safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ciptab. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ciptab on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciptab on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciptab on the Liver?
Ciptab is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ciptab on the Heart?
Ciptab has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ciptab 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 Ciptab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciptab habit forming or addictive?
Ciptab can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciptab you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ciptab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ciptab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ciptab
Taking Ciptab with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciptab
Taking alcohol with Ciptab can be dangerous.
Yes, you can take Ciptab 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.
Ciptab is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Yes, Ciptab can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.
Ciptab 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 Ciptab 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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