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N is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of N have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of N is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, N can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of N go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, N's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, N's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the N related warnings section.
N is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on N contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for N have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that N is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
N 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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Is the use of N safe for pregnant women?
N 500 Tablet can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking N 500 Tablet right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of N safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of N 500 Tablet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of N on the Kidneys?
N 500 Tablet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of N on the Liver?
N 500 Tablet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of N on the Heart?
N 500 Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
N 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 N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this N habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to N. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the N can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume N only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
N is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and N
Taking N with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and N
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking N as it can have severe side effects.
N 500 Tablet 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.
N 500 Tablet 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking N 500 Tablet 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.
N 500 Tablet can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take N 500 Tablet for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against N 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor before taking N 500 Tablet for the above-mentioned infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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