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Cipro is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Cipro has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cipro. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cipro have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cipro are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cipro's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cipro has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cipro related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Cipro since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cipro have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cipro have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cipro is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cipro 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cipro is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cipro safe for pregnant women?
Cipro may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cipro, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cipro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cipro. Immediately discontinue Cipro if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Cipro on the Kidneys?
Cipro may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cipro on the Liver?
Cipro is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cipro on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cipro on the heart have been reported.
Cipro 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 Cipro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cipro habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Cipro. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cipro, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cipro can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cipro only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cipro in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cipro
The side effects of taking Cipro with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cipro
Taking alcohol with Cipro can be dangerous.
Cipro 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.
Cipro 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Cipro 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.
Discontinuing Cipro on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Cipro 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.
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References
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