Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Some other side effects of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cifran 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cifran 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Cifran 500 Mg Tablet 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 Cifran 500 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cifran 500 Mg Tablet 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cifran on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Cifran rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cifran 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Cifran has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cifran 500 Mg 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 Cifran 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cifran 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cifran 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cifran 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cifran 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cifran 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Cifran 500 Mg Tablet with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cifran 500 Mg Tablet
Consuming Cifran 500 Mg Tablet 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.
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