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Cipro Cent Ointment

Ciprofloxacin (0.3% w/w)

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Cipro Cent Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 09 Oct 2026 | 01:02 AM (IST)

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General Information

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Ciprofloxacin (0.3% w/w)

Marketer

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Cipro Cent Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Use it regularly and for as long as the doctor has prescribed. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not apply more than the prescribed dosage as it may increase the chance of getting side effects.

You may experience nausea, headache, and confusion as a side effect of this medicine. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Cipro Cent Ointment

Benefits of Cipro Cent Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cipro Cent Ointment is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It kills and stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Bacterial skin infections
Cipro Cent Ointment is an antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Cipro Cent Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cipro Cent

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Headache
Gastrointestinal disorder
Joint pain
Urticaria
Dizziness

How to use Cipro Cent Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Cipro Cent Ointment works

Cipro Cent Ointment is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial skin infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Cipro Cent Ointment for the treatment of skin infections.
You may have to use it for a long time before your infection starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Cipro Cent Ointment and consult your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cipro Cent Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Baby should be closely monitored for development of fever, loss of appetite and diarrhea. In case, any of the above happens please inform your doctor immediately.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Is Cipro Cent Ointment safe?

Cipro Cent Ointment is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.

Can I stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Is Cipro Cent Ointment safe?

Can the use of Cipro Cent Ointment cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cipro Cent Ointment can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Cipro Cent Ointment increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Cipro Cent Ointment is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Cipro Cent Ointment. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Can I take Cipro Cent Ointment with paracetamol?

Cipro Cent Ointment is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Petri WA Jr. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, Quinolones, and Agents for Urinary Tract Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1473-74.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim, & Quinolons. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 819-20.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 275-78.
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Whippany, NJ: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2016. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2023] (online) Available from:

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Name: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Cipro Cent Ointment

Benefits of Cipro Cent Ointment

Side effects of Cipro Cent Ointment

How to use Cipro Cent Ointment

How Cipro Cent Ointment works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Cipro Cent Ointment safe?

Can I stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment when I feel better?

Is Cipro Cent Ointment safe?

Can the use of Cipro Cent Ointment cause diarrhea?

Can I stop taking Cipro Cent Ointment when I feel better?

Can the use of Cipro Cent Ointment increase the risk of muscle damage?

Can I take Cipro Cent Ointment with paracetamol?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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