Ciprokem 500mg Infusion
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₹18.52
₹0.19/Infusion
100 ml in 1 bottle
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Medicine Overview of Ciprokem Infusion
Uses of Ciprokem Infusion
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and tuberculosis.
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).
Side effects of Ciprokem Infusion
Common
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
How to use Ciprokem Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Ciprokem Infusion works
Ciprokem 500mg infusion is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting the DNA replication.
In Depth Information on Ciprokem Infusion
Expert advice for Ciprokem Infusion
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
- Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Ciprokem immediately and consult your doctor. You should not take medicines to stop or slow diarrhoea.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with epilepsy, kidney or heart diseases.
Warnings
Special precautions for Ciprokem 500mg Infusion
Alcohol
SAFE
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Ciprokem 500mg Infusion.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion is probably safe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
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....
+moreBaby 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
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tir
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Kidney
CAUTION
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion should be used with caution in patie
+morents with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ciprokem 500mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver
Ciprokem 500mg Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ciprokem 500mg Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine....
+moreInform your doctor if you develop any signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
Epsolin 50mg/2ml Injection, Ozip 2.5mg Tablet, Oliza 10mg Injection, Gli 2mg Tablet
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Ciprofloxacin, 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.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Ciprokem 500mg Infusion
Frequently asked questions for Ciprofloxacin
Ciprokem is not indicated for the treatment of streptococcal infection as it is not very active against this bacteria. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infections.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with pantoprazole?
Ciprokem can be taken with pantoprazole as no interactions have been reported. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with metronidazole?
Ciprokem can be taken with metronidazole as no interactions have been reported. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Yes, you can take Ciprokem with birth control pills. It does not affect birth control. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor in case you are taking birth control pills before taking any medicine.
Ciprokem is not a banned drug. It is available as a prescription medicine.
Ciprokem is not a penicillin. It belongs to a different group of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones.
Ciprokem is a bactericidal (kills bacteria) agent. It belongs to a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones and acts by inhibiting bacterial DNA-gyrase.
Ciprokem 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.
Ciprokem is not a cephalosporin. It belongs to a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with ibuprofen?
Use of Ciprokem with ibuprofen can increase the central nervous system side effects of Ciprokem. Consult your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with paracetamol?
Ciprokem 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.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with hydrocodone?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with hydrocodone. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with fluconazole?
Ciprokem and fluconazole, when taken together, can cause heart-related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with phenazopyridine?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically significant interaction with phenazopyridine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with omeprazole?
Omeprazole can slow the absorption of Ciprokem if taken together. So, the action of Ciprokem may get slow. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with hydroxyzine?
Ciprokem and hydroxyzine, when taken together, can cause heart-related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with azithromycin?
Ciprokem and azithromycin, when taken together, can cause heart related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.
No, Ciprokem is not indicated in the treatment of yeast infections. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for the treatment of yeast infection.
Ciprokem does not contain sulfur in its structure. However, history of any drug allergy should be discussed with the doctor prior to initiation of therapy.
Ciprokem is active against pseudomonas. But, acquired resistance (resistance after taking the antibiotic) is very common among the organism for the drug. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infection.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with dextromethorphan?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with dextromethorphan. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with doxylamine?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with doxylamine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with amoxicillin?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with amoxicillin. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with pseudophedrine?
Ciprokem is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with pseudoephedrine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Ciprokem with Tamsulosin?
Ciprokem and Tamsulosin are not known to have any clinically relevant drug interactions. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.
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