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Citoz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Citoz have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Citoz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Citoz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Citoz 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.
In addition, Citoz's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Citoz related warnings talks about Citoz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Citoz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citoz in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citoz contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Citoz with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Citoz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Citoz 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 Citoz safe for pregnant women?
Citoz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Citoz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Citoz safe during breastfeeding?
Citoz 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 Citoz on the Kidneys?
Citoz rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citoz on the Liver?
Citoz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Citoz on the Heart?
Side effects of Citoz rarely affect the heart.
Citoz 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 Citoz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citoz habit forming or addictive?
Citoz can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Citoz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Citoz only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Citoz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Citoz
Taking Citoz with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citoz
Taking alcohol with Citoz can be dangerous.
Yes, Citoz 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.
Citoz 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Citoz 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.
Citoz 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.
Citoz 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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