Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

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Unicip Er 1gm Tablets Description

Unicip Er 1gm Tab is an antibiotic and is used in treating various types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, sinus infection and infections of the skin, ear, nose, stomach, urinary tract, etc

. It contains ciprofloxacin as its active ingredient. Unicip Er 1gm Tab kills the bacteria responsible for infection by blocking the action of enzymes essential for DNA replication, repair, etc. Unicip Er 1gm Tab should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Taken with or without food. Unicip Er 1gm Tab or other antibiotics should not be used when not sure if the infection is due to bacteria, unnecessary use of antibiotics makes it ineffective for future treatment. If stopped abruptly it may lead to relapse or return the infection.

Product Summary

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Contains	Ciprofloxacin
Uses	Bacterial infections
Side effects	Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Unicip Er 1gm Tab is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, lung, stomach, intestine, skin & soft tissue, bone & joint, urinary tract and also sexually transmit...

Contraindications of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

If allergic to ciprofloxacin or other ingredient of Unicip Er 1gm Tab .
If you are on other quinolone medicines like moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin or nalidixic acid. If you are not sure about which are the medicines ask the doctor.
Taking tizanidine (a medicine used to treat muscle spasm).

Side effects of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach ache
Diarrhoea
Joint pain

Precautions and Warnings of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Unicip Er 1gm Tab during pregnancy?

There is limited information available about the safety of the medicine in pregnant women. The medicine can be used during pregnancy only if prescribed by the doctor. If you conceive while taking the medicine, seek immediate medical advice.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Unicip Er 1gm Tab while breastfeeding?

Unicip Er 1gm Tab can pass into breast milk and may produce undesirable effects in the child. The doctor will tell you whether to discontinue medicine or breastfeeding considering the importance of treatment for the nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Unicip Er 1gm Tab ?

Unicip Er 1gm Tab may make you a little dizzy, hence you need to be cautious while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Unicip Er 1gm Tab ?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and medicine. However, long term use of alcohol weakens your immune system and body's response to pathogens and infections. Consult the doctor for more information if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You may have problems with the kidney or liver.
You may have mental health problems or a history of fits.
You may have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (a blood enzyme disease that affects red blood cells).
Avoid being in the sunlight for too long.
You may experience a sudden allergic reaction, pain or swelling in joints and tendinitis, stop taking Unicip Er 1gm Tab and contact the doctor immediately.
You may develop sudden severe pain in the stomach, back or chest or experience severe diarrhoea after taking the medicine.
You may experience nervous system-related symptoms like confusion, sleeplessness, nightmares, thoughts of harming yourself, feeling low, anxiety, etc. Immediately seek medical advice.
You may suffer from myasthenia gravis, a condition of muscle weakness. The medicine further worsens the condition of muscle weakness.
Unicip Er 1gm Tab should not be used in children and adolescents.
The medicine is known to cause tendon rupture, nerve damage/pain (peripheral neuropathy). Be cautious and tell the doctor if you already have any of this condition before initiating the treatment.

Mode of Action of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

How Does It Work?

Ciprofloxacin in Unicip Er 1gm Tab blocks the action of an enzyme essential for DNA synthesis in bacteria, inhibiting its growth, multiplication and repair.

Directions for Use of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Unicip Er 1gm Tab should be taken as directed by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. Take with or without food. It would be best if you ta...

Interactions of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines affect the way Unicip Er 1gm Tab works, or the medicine itself reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction. Also, inform the doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination sched...
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Cation should be exercised if you are taking medicines for the treatment of uneven heart rhythm, mental health problems, gout, acidity, muscle spasm, seizures, rheumatoid arthritis, Parkinson's diseas...
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Unicip Er 1gm Tab should be taken 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking dietary supplements that zinc, iron, antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, medicines for kidney problems such as sevelam...
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Unicip Er 1gm Tab enhances the glucose-lowering action of anti-diabetic medicine hence should be used cautiously.

Interactions with food items

Dietary supplements or mineral-fortified drinks like milk, yoghurt, calcium-fortified orange juice should not be taken with Unicip Er 1gm Tab as they may reduce the absorption of the medicine.

Storage and disposal of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Store Unicip Er 1gm Tab at a clean and dry place.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Unicip Er 1gm Tablets

Overdose

An overdose causes headache, dizziness, tiredness, confusion, shakiness, hallucinations, difficulty in urination. If you experience the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Unicip Er 1gm Tab ,...

Missed a Dose

For optimum effect, avoid missing the dose of the medicine. If you have missed a dose of Unicip Er 1gm Tab , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and c...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Unicip Er 1gm Tab an antibiotic?

A: Yes, Unicip Er 1gm Tab is an antibiotic.

Q: Can you take Unicip Er 1gm Tab if I have a fever?

A: No, you cannot take Unicip Er 1gm Tab if you have a fever as it is used to treat severe bacterial infections and not viral infections like a fever. Also, avoid self-medicating and should take medicines only after consulting the doctor.

Q: What is the use of Unicip Er 1gm Tab ?

A: Unicip Er 1gm Tab is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, ear, stomach, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, sinusitis, etc.

Q: What is the minimum daily dose for Unicip Er 1gm Tab ?

A: You should take Unicip Er 1gm Tab in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming it more than prescribed by the doctor.

Q: Can I stop taking Unicip Er 1gm Tab before the prescribed duration?

A: Avoid stoping the treatment in between even if you feel better. If you start feeling better, there is still infection-causing bacteria present in the body which makes the infection return in a few days. Also, when one does not complete the course, these few bacteria later become resistant to the antibiotics and cause severe infections which are difficult to treat. Hence, always finish the course of antibiotics as prescribed by the doctor.

Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking the Unicip Er 1gm Tab ?

Inform the doctor about the detailed medical & surgical history.
Inform the doctor about liver or kidney disease.
Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
Unicip Er 1gm Tab may interact with other medicines, hence, inform the doctor about all the medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also, inform the doctor if you are stopping any medicin...
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