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Parabact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Amebiasis, Bacterial Infections, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Parabact also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Parabact 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Parabact include Dry Mouth, Headache, Fatigue. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Parabact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Parabact 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Parabact is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Parabact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Parabact related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Parabact contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Parabact have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Parabact, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Parabact 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Parabact safe for pregnant women?
Parabact can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Parabact right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Parabact safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Parabact. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Kidneys?
Parabact may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Parabact on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Parabact on the Heart?
Parabact has very mild side effects on the heart.
Parabact 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 Parabact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Parabact habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Parabact has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Parabact you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Parabact is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Parabact in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Parabact
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Parabact and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Parabact
Taking Parabact with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Parabact can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Parabact is not recommended as the first-line of a drug for treating a sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it. Keep your doctor informed.
Parabact 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.
Yes, Parabact 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.
Parabact 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.
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