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Ciplek is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ciplek has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ciplek. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ciplek can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ciplek 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.
It is also important to note that Ciplek has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ciplek has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ciplek related warnings section.
Ciplek is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ciplek are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ciplek may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ciplek is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ciplek 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 Ciplek is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ciplek safe for pregnant women?
Ciplek may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ciplek again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ciplek safe during breastfeeding?
Ciplek may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ciplek, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ciplek.
What is the effect of Ciplek on the Kidneys?
Ciplek has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciplek on the Liver?
Side effects of Ciplek rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ciplek on the Heart?
Side effects of Ciplek rarely affect the heart.
Ciplek 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 Ciplek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciplek habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciplek can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciplek, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ciplek can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ciplek is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ciplek in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ciplek
Taking certain foods and Ciplek together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciplek
Consuming Ciplek with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ciplek with azithromycin because it can cause problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Ciplek is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.
Ciplek 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 Ciplek 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.
Ciplek 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
7 Years of Experience
References
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