Cifran Eye/Ear Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cifran Eye/Ear Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cifran Eye/Ear Drop has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cifran Eye/Ear Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cifran Eye/Ear Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cifran Eye/Ear Drop in conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Cifran Eye/Ear Drop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cifran Eye/Ear Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cifran Eye/Ear Drop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cifran Eye/Ear Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cifran Eye/Ear Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop safe for pregnant women?
Cifran can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cifran right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Cifran 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.
What is the effect of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cifran on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop on the Liver?
Side effects of Cifran rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cifran Eye/Ear Drop on the Heart?
Cifran has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cifran Eye/Ear Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cifran Eye/Ear Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cifran Eye/Ear Drop habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cifran Eye/Ear Drop cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
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 Cifran Eye/Ear Drop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cifran Eye/Ear Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cifran Eye/Ear Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cifran Eye/Ear Drop
Taking Cifran Eye/Ear Drop with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cifran Eye/Ear Drop
Consuming Cifran Eye/Ear Drop with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Cifran can be taken with tramadol. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, It doesn't mean that no interaction exists between these two medicines when taken together. If you feel any discomfort after taking the two together, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Cifran can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Yes, Cifran can be taken with dextromethorphan. There are no known interactions between them. However, if you are experiencing any side effects after taking these two medicines to inform your doctor.
Do not take Cifran 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 Cifran with calcium-rich foods.
Yes, you can take Cifran 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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