Recipro 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Recipro 250 Tablet Information

Recipro 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Recipro 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Recipro 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Recipro 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Recipro 250 Tablet 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.

Recipro 250 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Recipro 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Recipro 250 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Recipro 250 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Recipro 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Recipro 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Recipro Benefits & Uses
Recipro Dosage & How to Take
Recipro Side Effects
Recipro Related Warnings
Recipro Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Recipro
Recipro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Recipro 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Recipro 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Recipro 250 Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Recipro 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Recipro 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Recipro 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Recipro 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 Recipro 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Recipro rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Recipro 250 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Recipro on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Recipro 250 Tablet on the Heart?

Recipro has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Recipro 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Recipro 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Arrhythmia
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Recipro 250 Tablet

Is this Recipro 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Recipro 250 Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Recipro 250 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Recipro 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Recipro 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Recipro 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Recipro 250 Tablet

Taking certain foods and Recipro 250 Tablet together may have severe side effects. Talk to your doctor about it.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Recipro 250 Tablet

Consuming Recipro 250 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Recipro 250 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Recipro for sinus infection?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Recipro 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Recipro on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Recipro 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Recipro for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Recipro for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Recipro with doxylamine?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Recipro and doxylamine can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Recipro?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Recipro along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Recipro with calcium-rich foods.