Combistar: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Combistar Information

Combistar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Amebiasis, Bacterial Infections, Urinary Tract Infection. Combistar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Combistar. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Combistar include Dry Mouth, Headache, Fatigue. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Combistar as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Combistar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Combistar has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Combistar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Combistar related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Combistar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Combistar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Combistar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Combistar Benefits & Uses
Combistar Dosage & How to Take
Combistar Side Effects
Combistar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Combistar with Other Drugs
Combistar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Combistar
Combistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Combistar Benefits & Uses

Combistar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Combistar 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Combistar Related Warnings

Is the use of Combistar safe for pregnant women?

Combistar may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Combistar again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Combistar safe during breastfeeding?

Combistar can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Combistar on the Kidneys?

Combistar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Combistar on the Liver?

Combistar is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Combistar on the Heart?

Combistar has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Combistar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Warfarin

Rifampicin

Clinidipine

Cimetidine

Moderate

Phenytoin

Combistar Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Alcoholism
Hepatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Combistar

Is this Combistar habit forming or addictive?

Combistar is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Combistar should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Combistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Combistar

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Combistar and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Combistar

Taking Combistar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Combistar

Question about 5 years ago

What does Combistar treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Combistar 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Combistar with tramadol?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Combistar can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Combistar?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Combistar 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Combistar with azithromycin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Combistar 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Combistar with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Combistar 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.