Ciplin DS Information

Ciplin DS, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ciplin DS has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ciplin DS. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ciplin DS as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ciplin DS 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.

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

Other contraindications of Ciplin DS have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Ciplin DS with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Ciplin DS, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Ciplin DS Benefits & Uses

Ciplin DS is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bronchitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Malaria (Read More - Home Remedies for Malaria)
Ear Infection
Shigellosis
Cholera
Pneumonia
Travelers Diarrhea
Kidney Infection
Meningitis
Nocardiosis
Prostatitis
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Toxoplasmosis
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Ciplin DS 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

Ciplin DS Related Warnings

Is the use of Ciplin DS safe for pregnant women?

Ciplin DS may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ciplin DS, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ciplin DS safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ciplin DS. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ciplin DS on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ciplin DS on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ciplin DS on the Liver?

Ciplin DS may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ciplin DS on the Heart?

Ciplin DS has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ciplin DS with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Amlodipine,Benazepril

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Moderate

Rosiglitazone

Phenytoin

Warfarin

Mild

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Ciplin DS Contraindications

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

Allergy
Peripheral Neuropathy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypothyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Ciplin DS

Is this Ciplin DS habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ciplin DS is addictive.

Ciplin DS Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ciplin DS

It is safe to take Ciplin DS with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciplin DS

Taking alcohol with Ciplin DS can be dangerous.

See all substitutes for Ciplin DS

Ciplin DS Tablet - ₹10
Tabrol DS Tablet - ₹9
Trimethoprim + Sulfamethopyrazine Tablet - ₹12

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 706-708

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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactrim™ (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim)

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