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Cipad Benefits & Uses

Cipad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Cipad Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Eye Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cipad Related Warnings

Is the use of Cipad safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Cipad. It is best to stop taking Cipad immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Cipad safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cipad. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cipad on the Kidneys?

Cipad rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cipad on the Liver?

Cipad may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cipad on the Heart?

Cipad has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cipad with Other Drugs

Cipad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Cipad Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cipad unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cipad

Is this Cipad habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Cipad. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cipad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cipad can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cipad only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cipad in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cipad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cipad

The side effects of taking Cipad with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cipad

Consuming Cipad with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cipad

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cipad?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Cipad 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cipad with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cipad 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Cipad effects tendon?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cipad 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cipad with doxylamine?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Cipad 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cipad for sinus infection?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Cipad 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.