Xipro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Xipro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Xipro depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Xipro side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xipro go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xipro is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Xipro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xipro related warnings section.
Xipro 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xipro are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Xipro may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xipro is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Xipro 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xipro is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Xipro safe for pregnant women?
Xipro may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Xipro again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Xipro safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Xipro. Immediately discontinue Xipro if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Xipro on the Kidneys?
Xipro rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xipro on the Liver?
Xipro has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xipro on the Heart?
Side effects of Xipro rarely affect the heart.
Xipro 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 Xipro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xipro habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Xipro. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xipro. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Xipro should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xipro is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xipro
Taking Xipro with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xipro
Taking alcohol with Xipro can be dangerous.
It is recommended to avoid taking Xipro 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.
Xipro 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.
Xipro is a brand name for ciprofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, and bone infections.
Xipro 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.
Xipro 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 Xipro to you.
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