Recipro

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Recipro Information

Recipro is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Recipro have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Recipro 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Recipro side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Recipro are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Recipro's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Recipro has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Recipro related warnings section.

Recipro 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Recipro contraindications section.

Additionally, Recipro may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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



Recipro Benefits & Uses

Recipro is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Recipro 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 Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Recipro Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Recipro 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 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 on the Kidneys?


    Recipro rarely harms the kidneys.

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


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

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


    Recipro has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Recipro with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Recipro Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Recipro

  • Is this Recipro habit forming or addictive?


    You may get addicted to Recipro. 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. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Recipro 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 cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Recipro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Recipro


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

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Recipro


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

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Recipro

Question almost 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 almost 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.



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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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