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Cipront 500mg Tab

By AGRON INDIA LTD.

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

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Ciprofloxacin

Therapeutic classification
Antibiotic

Medical Description

Cipront 500mg Tab contains ciprofloxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolones. It is an antibiotic that is used in various bacterial infections.

Uses of Cipront 500mg Tab

Lower respiratory tract infection
Treatment of COPD (lung disease)
Treatment of pneumonia
Ear infection
Sinus infection
Urinary tract infection
Genital tract infection
Intestinal infection
Stomach infection
Skin infection
Bone and joint infection

Contraindications of Cipront 500mg Tab

If you are allergic to ciprofloxacin or any ingredient of this medicine
If you are taking other quinolone medicines like moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin or nalidixic acid
If you are taking tizanidine (medicine used to treat muscle spasm)

Side effects of Cipront 500mg Tab

Nausea
Diarrhoea
Mycotic superinfections
Decreased appetite
Headache
Dizziness
Sleep disorders
Taste disorders
Vomiting
Stomach ache
Dyspepsia
Flatulence
Rash, Itchy skin (Pruritus)
Urticaria (pale, red bumps on skin)
Muscle pain
Joint pain
Kidney impairment
lack of energy
Fever

Precautions and Warnings of Cipront 500mg Tab

Pregnancy

Can I take Cipront 500mg Tab during pregnancy?

It is preferable to avoid Cipront 500mg Tab if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are
planning to have a baby as this medicine may harm your baby
If you conceive while taking this medicine, stop taking this medicine immediately and inform your doctor

Breast Feeding

Can I take Cipront 500mg Tab while breastfeeding?

Cipront 500mg Tab can pass into human breast milk and harm your child. Hence, breastfeeding should be discontinued while you are taking this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cipront 500mg Tab?

This medicine may affect the reaction time, which is crucial for driving, hence it is advised not to use this medicine while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Cipront 500mg Tab?

You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as alcohol may worsen the side effects like dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have kidney diseases, as this medicine will then require dose adjustment
You have a history of fits
You have diabetes as your blood glucose can drop when you are on this medicine
You have myasthenia gravis, this medicine can worsen it
You have any history of tendon problems
You have heart diseases, very slow heart rhythm, heart failure
You have liver diseases
You have mental health problems
If you have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (an inherited disorder that affects red blood cells)
You experience any sudden severe allergic reaction, pain or swelling in joints and tendinitis, stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor immediately

Mode of Action of Cipront 500mg Tab

How Does It Work?

This medicine prevents bacterial growth and kills the bacteria.

Directions for Use of Cipront 500mg Tab

Swallow the whole medicine with a glass of water.

Interactions of Cipront 500mg Tab

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines that increase the QT interval e.g., medicines that belong to the class anti-arrhythmics, tricyclic antidepressants, macrolides, antipsychotics
Medicines or dietary supplements that contain calcium, iron, aluminium, magnesium, sevelamer, lanthanum carbonate, antacids or sucralfate. Ciprofloxacin should not be taken within two hours of taking this medicine as they reduce the effect of this medicine.
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Medicines used for treatment of gout like probenecid
Medicines used to treat nausea and vomiting like metoclopramide
Medicine used to treat acidity like omeprazole
Medicine used to treat muscle spasm like tizanidine
Medicines that may affect your kidney functions like methotrexate
Medicine used to treat respiratory diseases like theophylline
If you are using medicines known as xanthine derivatives
Medicine used to treat epilepsy or fits like phenytoin
Medicine used to treat skin conditions, rheumatoid arthritis and in organ transplantation like cyclosporin
Medicines that are used as blood thinner (Anticoagulants) like warfarin, acenocoumarol, phenprocoumon or fluindione
Medicine used to treat depression like duloxetine, agomelatine
Medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease like ropinirole
Anaesthetics like lidocaine
Medicines used to treat mental health like clozapine
Medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction like sildenafil
Medicines used to treat sleeping disorders like zolpidem

Interactions with food items

Dietary supplements or mineral-fortified drinks like milk, yogurt, calcium-fortified orange juice should not be taken with this medicine as they reduce the absorption of this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Cipront 500mg Tab

This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.
Try to keep it out of the reach of children.

Dosage of Cipront 500mg Tab

Overdose

If you take more medicine than prescribed, this medicine may cause confusion, tremor, headache, tiredness, dizziness, hallucinations, fits, liver or kidney impairment, blood in urine, difficulty in urination
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Contact your doctor immediately in case of overdose, or rush to the nearest hospital

Missed a Dose

For optimum effect, doses of antibiotics should not be missed. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What should I be careful about while taking Cipront 500mg Tab?

If you notice tightness in chest, difficulty in breathing, or fainting episode, immediately seek medical help
If you notice pain, swelling in any joint, immediately stop taking this medicine, take rest, avoid exercise and report to your doctor
If you are suffering from depression, it can worsen
If you have diabetes, this medicine can cause a drop in your blood sugars, which can be dangerous
If you experience sweating, hunger pangs, headache, tremors, immediately have a juice/ sugar. Inform your doctor about this episode

Q: What should I avoid while taking ciprofloxacin?

Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Wear a protective covering or use a sunscreen (SPF 30 or 40) to prevent sunburn

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Last Updated on: 31 Jul 2020 | 07:00 PM (IST)

Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts. Please click here for detailed T&C.

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