Consuming alcohol with Ciprom does not cause any harmful side effects.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ciprom may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Pl...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ciprom is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Baby should be closely monitored for development of fever, loss of appetite and diarrhea. In case, any...
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UNSAFE
Ciprom may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Ciprom should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ciprom may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ciprom is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ciprom may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Medicine Overview of Ciprom 500mg Tablet
Introduction
Ciprom is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of t...
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Uses of Ciprom
Bacterial infections
Side effects of Ciprom
Common
Nausea
Diarrhea
How to use Ciprom
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ciprom may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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How Ciprom works
Ciprom is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
What if you forget to take Ciprom?
If you miss a dose of Ciprom, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Ciprom to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Discontinue Ciprom and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breat...
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Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood...
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Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Hypersensitivity. Not to be used concurrently with tizanidine. Avoid exposure to strong sunlight or sun lamps during treatment.
Mode of Action
Ciprofloxacin promotes breakage of double-stranded DNA in susceptible organisms and inhibits DNA gyrase, which is essential in reproduction of bacteri...
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Precaution
Epilepsy, history of CNS disorders; severe renal or hepatic dysfunction; G6PD deficiency; maintain adequate hydration; myasthaenia gravis. Caution whe...
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