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Prolyfe 250mg Injection

Ciprofloxacin (250mg)
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Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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 further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Sep 2025 | 01:54 PM (IST)
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General Information

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Product introduction

Prolyfe 250mg Injection should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.


Common side effects of this medicine include injections site reactions (such as swelling, redness, and pain), nausea, vomiting, and headache. 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 Prolyfe Injection

Benefits of Prolyfe Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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.

Side effects of Prolyfe Injection

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 Prolyfe
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Dizziness
  • Gastrointestinal disorder

How to use Prolyfe Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Prolyfe Injection works

Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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.

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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 Prolyfe 250mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • 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 in your stools.
  • 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Prolyfe 250mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prolyfe 250mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm 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.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Prolyfe 250mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Prolyfe 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Prolyfe 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Prolyfe 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prolyfe 250mg Injection may be needed. 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.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Prolyfe with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ciprofloxacin with Domperidone.
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ciprofloxacin with Domperidone.
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ciprofloxacin with Domperidone.
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ciprofloxacin with Domperidone.
Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Ciprofloxacin with Domperidone.

Frequently asked questions

Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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.
Yes, the use of Prolyfe 250mg Injection 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.
No, do not stop taking Prolyfe 250mg Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

References

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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:
  5. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  6. Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Whippany, NJ: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2016. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2023] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Pagoda Pharmaceuticals
Address: 60, H-2, Kidwai Nagar, Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208011

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Country of origin: India
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