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Ciflox 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Ciflox 500 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ciflox 500 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ciflox 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ciflox 500 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 Ciflox 500 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ciflox 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Ciflox 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ciflox 500 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ciflox 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Ciflox 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ciflox 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ciflox 500 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 Ciflox 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ciflox. It is best to stop taking Ciflox immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ciflox 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ciflox. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ciflox immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ciflox again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ciflox 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ciflox rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciflox 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Ciflox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ciflox 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ciflox rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ciflox 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciflox 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciflox 500 Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciflox 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ciflox 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ciflox 500 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciflox 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciflox 500 Tablet
Using Ciflox 500 Tablet with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciflox 500 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Ciflox 500 Tablet can be dangerous.
Do not take Ciflox 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 Ciflox with calcium-rich foods.
Yes, you can take Ciflox 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.
Ciflox 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 Ciflox 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.
Ciflox 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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