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Newcip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Newcip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Newcip is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Newcip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Newcip normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Newcip has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Newcip related warnings talks about Newcip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Newcip since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Newcip contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Newcip have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Newcip is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Newcip 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 Newcip is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Newcip safe for pregnant women?
Newcip may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Newcip again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Newcip safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Newcip. Immediately discontinue Newcip if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Newcip on the Kidneys?
Newcip rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Newcip on the Liver?
Newcip may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Newcip on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Newcip on the heart have been reported.
Newcip 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 Newcip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Newcip habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Newcip. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Newcip, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Newcip can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Newcip only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Newcip for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Newcip
Taking certain foods and Newcip together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Newcip
Taking Newcip with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Newcip for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Newcip. Please consult your doctor before taking Newcip for the above-mentioned infection.
Newcip 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.
Newcip 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.
Discontinuing Newcip on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
It is recommended to avoid taking Newcip 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.
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
