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

Xipro Information

Xipro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Xipro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Xipro depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Xipro side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xipro 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xipro is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Xipro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xipro related warnings section.

Xipro is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xipro are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Xipro may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

Xipro Benefits & Uses
Xipro Dosage & How to Take
Xipro Side Effects
Xipro Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Xipro with Other Drugs
Xipro Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Xipro
Xipro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Xipro Benefits & Uses

Xipro is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Xipro 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

Xipro Related Warnings

Is the use of Xipro safe for pregnant women?

Xipro can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Xipro, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Xipro safe during breastfeeding?

Xipro 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 Xipro on the Kidneys?

Xipro rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Xipro on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Xipro on the Heart?

Xipro is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xipro with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Mild

Probenecid

Xipro Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xipro 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 Xipro

Is this Xipro habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Xipro cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
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 Xipro can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Xipro only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Xipro cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Xipro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xipro

The side effects of taking Xipro with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Xipro

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Xipro as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Xipro

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Xipro with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Xipro 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Xipro for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Xipro 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 about 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Xipro?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Xipro 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 Xipro with calcium-rich foods.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Xipro effects tendon?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Xipro 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Xipro with doxylamine?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Xipro 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.