Citi is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amebiasis, Bacterial Infections, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Citi have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Citi 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Citi are Dry Mouth, Headache, Fatigue. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Citi as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Citi go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Citi is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Citi related warnings talks about Citi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Citi have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Citi may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Citi is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Citi 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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Is the use of Citi safe for pregnant women?
Citi can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Citi right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Citi safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Citi. If you see any side effects, stop taking Citi immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Citi again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Citi on the Kidneys?
Citi rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citi on the Liver?
Citi is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Citi on the Heart?
Citi has very mild side effects on the heart.
Citi should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citi habit forming or addictive?
Citi is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Citi. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Citi only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Citi is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citi
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Citi with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citi
Taking Citi with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Citi 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.
Yes, Citi can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.
Yes, Citi 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.
Citi should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Citi 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.
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