Quintor

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Quintor Information

Quintor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops, Tablet, Infusion. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Quintor have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Quintor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Quintor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Quintor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Quintor's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Quintor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Quintor related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Quintor have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Quintor is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Quintor Benefits & Uses

Quintor is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Quintor 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


Quintor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quintor is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Quintor Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Quintor safe for pregnant women?


    Quintor may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Quintor, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Quintor safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Quintor. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Quintor on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Quintor on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Quintor on the Liver?


    Quintor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Quintor on the Heart?


    Quintor is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Quintor with Other Drugs

Quintor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Quintor Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Quintor

  • Is this Quintor habit forming or addictive?


    Quintor can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Quintor 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, Quintor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Quintor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Quintor


    Taking Quintor with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Quintor


    Taking alcohol with Quintor can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Quintor

Question about 5 years ago

What does Quintor treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Quintor used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Quintor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Quintor 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Quintor with azithromycin?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Quintor with azithromycin because it can cause problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Quintor for pseudomonas infection?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, you can take Quintor for pseudomonas infection. It is active against them. However, sometimes the bacteria acquires resistance against Quintor. Please consult your doctor before taking Quintor for the above-mentioned infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Quintor safe?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Quintor is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration. However, few known side effects are observed such as dizziness, fainting, swelling, tenderness, joint problems. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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