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Cifran 500mg Tablet 10’S
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET contains ciprofloxacin, which belongs to the group of
medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It is used in adults in
the management of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear and
sinus, urinary tract, genital tract, gastrointestinal tract, skin and
soft tissue, bone and joint as well as anthrax inhalation exposure
infections. The medicine is also used in the management of fever in
neutropenia-associated infections.
CIFRAN 500MG TABLET on
prolonged use can cause an overgrowth of other non-susceptible
organisms. The medicine may produce a psychiatric reaction when taken
for the first time. Caution should be taken in elderly patients while
taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET as it can result in prolonged QT intervals.
Before
taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are having kidney
problems, neurological conditions, or heart diseases such as a tear in
the aortic wall of the heart, bulge, or large blood vessels, leaking in
the heart valves and congenital heart disease or myasthenia gravis.
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET is generally not recommended during pregnancy and
breastfeeding. The most common side effect of taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
is nausea and diarrhoea. Consult a doctor immediately if any of the
symptoms worsen.
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USES OF CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
CIFRAN 500MG TABLET is used in adults to manage bacterial infections of the following:
- respiratory tract infections
- recurring ear and sinusitis infections
- urinary tract infections
- genital tract infections
- gastrointestinal tract infections
- intraabdominal infections
- skin and soft tissue infections
- bone and joint infections
- anthrax inhalation exposure
HOW CIFRAN 500MG TABLET WORKS
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET contains Ciprofloxacin which is an antibacterial agent
that acts by managing bacterial replication by targeting the essential
enzyme inside the bacteria. This leads to the restriction of growth of
the disease-causing bacteria inside the infected person and thereby
helps to control the infection and manage its symptoms caused by it.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take
CIFRAN 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Try to take the
medicine after meals. Swallow CIFRAN 500MG TABLET with a glass of water.
Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct
dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
COMMON
- nausea
- diarrhoea
UNCOMMON
- fungal superinfections (serious fungal infections)
- loss of appetite
- taste disorders
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- wind (flatulence)
- indigestion and heartburn
- hyperactivity, agitation
- headache, dizziness, sleeping problems
- allergic reaction such as itching, hives, rash
- poor kidney function
- joint pain in adults
- pains in muscles and bones
- feeling unwell (asthenia)
- fever
- fluid retention
- high concentration of eosinophils (type of white blood cell)
- increased amounts of certain substances in the blood (transaminases, bilirubin or alkaline phosphatase levels)
RARE
- muscle pain, inflammation of the joints, increased muscle tone and cramping
- inflammation of the bowel (colitis) linked to antibiotic use
- changes to the blood count (leukopenia, leucocytosis, neutropenia, anaemia pancytopenia), bone-marrow depression
- allergic reaction such as swelling (oedema) rapid swelling of the skin and mucous membranes (angioedema)
- increased blood sugar (hyperglycaemia), decreased blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
- anxiety reaction, strange dreams, depression
- decreased skin sensitivity, tremors, migraine, altered sense of smell (olfactory disorders)
- tinnitus (ringing noise in the ear), impaired hearing
- fainting, inflammation of the blood vessel (vasculitis)
- shortness of breath including asthmatic symptoms
- pancreatitis, hepatitis (inflammation of liver and pancreas), death of liver cells (liver necrosis)
- sensitivity to light, pin-point bleeding under the skin (petechiae)
- blood or crystals in the urine, urinary tract inflammation
- excessive sweating
- increased levels of the enzyme amylase
- pain and swelling in the joints, and inflammation or rupture of tendons
- nerve
damage (neuropathy) such as pain, burning, tingling, numbness, and
weakness especially in the feet and legs or hands and arms
Stop taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- sensory
disorders including impairment of vision, taste and smell, and hearing,
depression, memory impairment, severe fatigue, and severe sleep
disorders. - severe allergic reaction with symptoms such as
tightness in the chest, feeling dizziness, feeling sick, fainting, and
experience dizziness while standing - impairment of eyesight, taste, smell, hearing
- pain and swelling of tendons (Ex. in your ankle, wrist, elbow, shoulder or knee), difficulty in walking
- cerebral ischemia (less blood flow to the brain) or stroke, seizure (fits)
- mental
disturbances (psychiatric reactions such as depression and potentially
leading to suicidal thoughts, suicidal attempts, or completed suicide),
memory impairment and sleep disturbances - nerve damage
(neuropathy) in the feet and legs or hands and arms causing symptoms
such as pain, burning, tingling, numbness or weakness - increase
in blood sugar levels (hyperglycaemia), or lowered blood sugar levels
below normal levels, in severe cases can lead to loss of consciousness
or coma - sudden shortness of breath, especially while lying down
flat, rapid irregular heartbeat and swelling of your ankles, feet or
abdomen - presence of crystals in the urine with discomfort when passing urine (crystalluria)
- false Tuberculosis test (Mycobacterium)
- sensitive skin to sunlight or ultraviolet (UV) light
- liver
damage leading to symptoms such as loss of appetite, yellowing of the
skin, urine dark in colour, itching or pain in the stomach, - infection
with symptoms such as fever and serious deterioration of your general
condition, or fever with local infection symptoms such as sore
throat/pharynx/mouth or urinary problems
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea and vomiting:
Take this medicine with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food.
Diarrhoea:
Drink
lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself
hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea.
Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.
Skin rash:
Avoid
hot showers because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not
scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if the symptom did
not improve.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET is not recommended for pregnant and planning to get
pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
BREASTFEEDING
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding
women as it may pass through breast milk and could be harmful to the
baby. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do
not drive or use heavy machinery after taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET as
the medicine could cause dizziness and can potentially reduce your
attention. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
ALCOHOL
Avoid
consumption of alcohol while taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET because it can
make you feel dizzier. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG
TABLET.
KIDNEY
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe
kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
LIVER
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver
damage. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
ALLERGY
Do not take CIFRAN 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to ciprofloxacin or any other quinolone antibiotics.
HEART DISEASE
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients suffering from
heart problems such as prolonged QT interval (seen on ECG, electrical
recording of the heart), have very slow heart rhythm (bradycardia), weak
heart (heart failure), history of heart attack, leaking of heart
valves, tearing in the aortic wall, bulging of a large blood vessel, if
you have taken any medicine that cause abnormal ECG changes, and
congenital heart valve disease. Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN
500MG TABLET.
OTHERS
Before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you
- suffer from epilepsy or other neurological conditions
- have tendon problems during previous management with antibiotics
- have a history of diabetes
- have a disease that causes muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis)
- have a deficiency in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD
- have a history of connective tissue disorder such as
- Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- Turner syndrome (chromosomal defect)
- Sjogren’s syndrome (an inflammatory autoimmune disease)
- vascular disorders such as Takayasu arteritis giant cell arteritis
- Behcet’s disease (blood vessel inflammation throughout your body)
- rheumatoid arthritis (a disease of the joints)
- endocarditis (an infection of the heart)
Use in geriatrics:
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 60
years of age) especially in those with impaired kidney function. Consult
your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- vitamin K antagonists (Ex. warfarin, acenocoumarin, phenprocoumon or fluindione)
- other oral anti-coagulants Ex. dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, edoxaban and betrixaban (medicine to thin the blood)
- probenecid (medicine used to manage gout)
- methotrexate (medicines used for certain types of cancer, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis)
- theophylline (medicine used to manage breathing problems)
- tizanidine (medicine used to manage muscle spasticity in multiple sclerosis)
- olanzapine, clozapine, risperidone (medicine used for anti-psychosis)
- ropinirole (medicine used to manage Parkinson’s disease)
- phenytoin (medicine used to manage epilepsy)
- cyclosporin (medicine used to manage skin conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, and organ transplantation)
- other
medicines that are used to manage alteration in heart rhythm (medicines
that belong to the group of antiarrhythmics such as quinidine,
hydroquinone, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol, dofetilide, ibutilide) - tricyclic antidepressants (medicine that are used to manage depression such as doxepin and amoxapine)
- some antimicrobials (that belong to the group of macrolides such as azithromycin, clarithromycin)
- zolpidem (medicine to manage sleep disorders)
- pentoxifylline (medicine to manage circulatory disorders)
- caffeine (medicine used to stimulate the central nervous system)
- duloxetine (medicine used to manage depression, diabetic nerve damage or incontinence)
- lidocaine (medicines used to manage heart conditions or anaesthetic use)
- sildenafil (medicine used to manage erectile dysfunction)
- agomelatine (medicine used to manage major depressive disorder)
- meprazole, sucralfate (medicine used to manage indigestion and heartburn)
- iron, zinc (medicine used as mineral supplements)
- a polymeric phosphate binder (Ex. sevelamer or lanthanum carbonate)
- medicines or supplements containing calcium, magnesium, aluminium or iron
B. Drug-Food interaction:
Avoid
eating or drinking any dairy products (such as milk or yoghurt) or
drinks with added calcium while taking CIFRAN 500MG TABLET, as they may
affect the absorption of the medicine.
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | :Â Â | Ciprofloxacin |
| Pharmacological Category | :Â Â | Fluoroquinolone antibiotics |
| Therapeutic Indication | :Â Â | Manage specific kinds of bacterial infections |
| Dosage Forms | :Â Â | Tablets, Injections, Infusions, Drops, Dry Syrup, Eye ointment, Eye drops, Ointment, Ear drops |
MORE INFORMATION
- Keep out of reach from children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs ABOUT CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
What is CIFRAN 500MG TABLET used for?
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET is used in adults in the management of bacterial
infections of the respiratory tract, ear and sinus, urinary tract,
genital tract, gastrointestinal tract, skin and soft tissue, bone and
joint, as well as anthrax inhalation exposure infections. CIFRAN 500MG
TABLET is also used in the management of fever in patients with
neutropenia-associated infection. Use of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET in children
and adolescents is to manage lung and bronchial infections with cystic
fibrosis and complicated urinary tract infections, including infections
that cause pyelonephritis (a kidney infection that needs immediate
medical attention). Consult your doctor before taking CIFRAN 500MG
TABLET.Is CIFRAN 500MG TABLET safe to take?
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET is a relatively safe drug. However, the complications are
more comparable to other drugs and hence should only be strictly taken
if prescribed by a doctor for your present condition in the appropriate
dose, frequency, and duration as advised.
Can I skip the dose of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET?
No.
You should complete the full course of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET as
prescribed by your doctor. It is important that CIFRAN 500MG TABLET be
taken at the right dose and for the right duration given. Otherwise, the
symptoms can prevail and sometimes worsen.
Can the use of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET cause diarrhoea?
Yes,
the use of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET can cause diarrhoea. It is an antibiotic
that eliminates harmful bacteria. However, it also attacks the helpful
bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhoea. Consult your
doctor if you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking CIFRAN
500MG TABLET.
Can CIFRAN 500MG TABLET increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes,
the use of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET is known to increase the risk of muscle
damage, commonly in the ankle (Achilles tendon). Muscle damage can
happen in people of all ages who take CIFRAN 500MG TABLET. Inform your
doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
What will happen if I accidentally take more of CIFRAN 500MG TABLET?
If
you have accidentally overdosed on CIFRAN 500MG TABLET, you may suffer
from reversible kidney toxicity. In such cases, adequate hydration
should be maintained. Hence, drink plenty of fluids, to avoid further
complications. And consult a doctor immediately and visit the nearby
hospital.
Can CIFRAN 500MG TABLET be given to breastfeeding mothers?
CIFRAN
500MG TABLET tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers, as
the medicine could harm the child. Consult your doctor if you are
breastfeeding before you start taking this medication for infections.
Can I take CIFRAN 500MG TABLET for my cough and flu?
No,
CIFRAN 500MG TABLET is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against
specific kinds of bacterial infections and not against viral infections
causing cough and flu. You should not self-medicate CIFRAN 500MG TABLET
without prior consultation with a doctor. Self-prescription is
dangerous and can lower the efficacy and therapeutic outcome of CIFRAN
500MG TABLET leading to antibiotic resistance.
| Weight | 17.5 g |
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