Purosin Tablet 250 mg (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

Typically for adults, ciprofloxacin is taken orally at a dose of 250 to 500 mg twice daily between meals. In the case of severe complicated infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg twice daily. For acute infections, treatment usually lasts for 5 to 10 days, and administration should continue for at least 3 additional days after symptoms resolve. The dosing for patients with renal impairment is as follows: 1) Creatinine clearance > 50 mL/min:

This medication may cause serious side effects such as tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system abnormalities. If such symptoms occur, the patient should immediately discontinue use and consult a physician. Patients with myasthenia gravis should not take this medication as it may worsen symptoms. Pregnant women, nursing mothers, children under 18 years old, and patients with epilepsy should not take this medication. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with certain medications, so it is important to inform the physician of any other medications being taken. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function may be at a higher risk for side effects, and dosages and administration intervals should be adjusted as necessary. During the course of treatment, patients should avoid strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet exposure and should discontinue use immediately if symptoms of photosensitivity appear. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery, and it is best to avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication. Diabetic patients requiring blood sugar control should closely monitor for changes in blood glucose levels. If diarrhea or severe abdominal pain occurs during treatment, there may be a risk of pseudomembranous colitis, and immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. In case of overdose, renal function should be closely monitored, and appropriate emergency treatment should be provided as necessary. The safety of this medication has not been established for children and adolescents in the growth phase.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, visual abnormalities, paralysis, urination problems.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• sleep disorders
• taste disorders
• insomnia
• tremors
• drowsiness
• migraines
• joint pain
• muscle pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, and it should be kept at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle