Ciprobid 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Ciprobid 250 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Ciprobid 250 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ciprobid 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ciprobid 250 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ciprobid 250 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ciprobid 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ciprobid 250 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ciprobid 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Ciprobid 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ciprobid 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ciprobid 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ciprobid 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ciprobid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ciprobid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ciprobid 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ciprobid 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 Ciprobid 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ciprobid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ciprobid 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Ciprobid is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ciprobid 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Ciprobid may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ciprobid 250 Tablet 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 Ciprobid 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ciprobid 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Ciprobid 250 Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ciprobid 250 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ciprobid 250 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ciprobid 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ciprobid 250 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ciprobid 250 Tablet
Taking Ciprobid 250 Tablet with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ciprobid 250 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Ciprobid 250 Tablet can be dangerous.
Ciprobid should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Ciprobid to you.
Ciprobid 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Ciprobid with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Ciprobid used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.
Yes, Ciprobid can be taken with omeprazole, no harmful interaction have been observed between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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