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Incipro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Incipro have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Incipro depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Incipro have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Incipro 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.
In addition, Incipro's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Incipro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Incipro related warnings section.
Incipro 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 Incipro have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Incipro have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Incipro is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Incipro 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 Incipro is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Incipro safe for pregnant women?
Incipro can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Incipro right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Incipro safe during breastfeeding?
Incipro 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.
What is the effect of Incipro on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Incipro on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Incipro on the Liver?
Incipro is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Incipro on the Heart?
Incipro is rarely harmful for the heart.
Incipro 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 Incipro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Incipro habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Incipro cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Incipro you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Incipro is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Incipro in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Incipro
Taking certain foods and Incipro together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Incipro
Taking alcohol with Incipro can be dangerous.
Incipro 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.
Incipro 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.
Incipro 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.
Incipro should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Incipro to you.
Incipro 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
