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Ciprofloxacin Usp is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Ciprofloxacin Usp have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Ciprofloxacin Usp depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ciprofloxacin Usp can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ciprofloxacin Usp 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 Ciprofloxacin Usp is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ciprofloxacin Usp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ciprofloxacin Usp related warnings section.
Ciprofloxacin Usp 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. Other contraindications of Ciprofloxacin Usp have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Ciprofloxacin Usp with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ciprofloxacin Usp is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ciprofloxacin Usp 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ciprofloxacin Usp is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ciprofloxacin Usp safe for pregnant women?
Ciprofloxacin Usp may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ciprofloxacin Usp again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ciprofloxacin Usp safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ciprofloxacin Usp. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ciprofloxacin Usp immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ciprofloxacin Usp again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ciprofloxacin Usp on the Kidneys?
Ciprofloxacin Usp rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciprofloxacin Usp on the Liver?
Ciprofloxacin Usp is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ciprofloxacin Usp on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ciprofloxacin Usp on the heart have been reported.
Ciprofloxacin Usp 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 Ciprofloxacin Usp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciprofloxacin Usp habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciprofloxacin Usp can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciprofloxacin Usp you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ciprofloxacin Usp only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ciprofloxacin Usp for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ciprofloxacin Usp
Using Ciprofloxacin Usp with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprofloxacin Usp
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ciprofloxacin Usp as it can have severe side effects.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584
