category
Antibiotic
composition
This is an antibiotic drug ie. Ciprofloxacin 250 mg.
workings
Ciprofloxacin 250 mg Tablet 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.
usage
Bacterial infection: urinary tract infection,, nose,, throat,, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia)
directions
Ciprofloxacin 250 mg tablet 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 killing and stopping the growth of the infectious microorganisms.
side effects
Headache,,Dizziness,,Gastrointestinal disorde,,Joint pain,,Urticaria
warnings
Warning : 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.
interactions
Drug drug interaction : This medicine may have an interaction with blood thinners (such as warfarin), antidepressants and antipsychotics (like clozapine, olanzapine), caffeine-containing medications, insulin or other anti-diabetic medications (like chlorpropamide, glimepiride, glipizide, glyburide, tolazamide, and tolbutamide), medications for regulating irregular heartbeat (like amiodarone, disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine), pain killers (like ibuprofen and naproxen).
Drug-Food Interactions: Ciprofloxacin 250 mg Tablet interacts with dairy products (like milk or yoghurt) or calcium-fortified juices alone.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant, kidney disease, a joint or tendon disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis (a condition in which the body attacks its joints, causing pain, swelling, and loss of function), seizures, epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity before starting
contraindications
Inform your healthcare provider if you have any allergies or are taking any other medications.,,Always consult your healthcare provider before using this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.,,Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication.
other
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
lifestyle
Do regular exercise such as cyclingbody walkingbody joggingbody dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. Invest at least 150 minutes of your week in exercise.Avoid consumption of alcohol and quit smoking.
storage
Keep the medication in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture.
directions use
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