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Cipromide Tablet

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Product introduction

Cipromide Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea. It kills and prevents the growth of microorganisms that cause the infection. This way it helps in treating the condition.

Cipromide Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.

Cipromide Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.

Uses of Cipromide Tablet

Benefits of Cipromide Tablet

In Treatment of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a condition in which you frequently pass loose, watery stools. Cipromide Tablet helps treat diarrhea by killing the bacteria causing infections as well as prevents them from multiplying. Cipromide Tablet makes the stool less watery as well as reduces the frequency of loose motions. This helps you to stay well and do your daily activities without any problem. Since diarrhea causes loss of fluid from the body, drink plenty of fluids to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Cipromide Tablet

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 Cipromide

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

How to use Cipromide Tablet

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. Cipromide Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cipromide Tablet works

Cipromide Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Ciprofloxacin, Tinidazole and Loperamide which treat diarrhea. Ciprofloxacin kills the bacteria by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing. Tinidazole kills other microorganisms in addition to bacteria by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Loperamide is an opioid agonist that works by decreasing contraction of the intestines making the stools more solid and less frequent.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Cipromide Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cipromide Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cipromide Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cipromide Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cipromide Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cipromide Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Cipromide Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cipromide Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Cipromide Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cipromide Tablet, 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.

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Quick tips

  • Take it with or without food but at the same time every day.
  • Do not skip any dose and finish the course as suggested by the doctor.
  • Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you. 
  • Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Cipromide Tablet as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
     

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ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

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Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea
My stomach problems for nearly two months in the daytime, affecting five to six times to go to the toilet.
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Get colonoscopy done for diagnosis of chronic diarrhea
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