Cipron Tablet 250 mg (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

Typically, adults take ciprofloxacin 250 to 500 mg orally twice daily between meals. In cases of severe complicated infections, the dose can be increased to 750 mg twice daily. For acute infections, treatment usually lasts 5 to 10 days, and it is important to continue for at least 3 more days after symptoms resolve. For patients with renal impairment, dosing should be adjusted based on creatinine clearance, and in the case of severe infection, severe renal impairment.

This medication can cause serious side effects such as tendonitis or tendon rupture and peripheral neuropathy, so it should be discontinued immediately if these symptoms occur. It should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis as it may worsen symptoms. This medication is intended for specific bacterial infections and should be administered only when no other treatment options are available. Special caution should be exercised in elderly patients, those with poor renal function, and patients with a history of seizures when using this medication. It should not be administered to pregnant or breastfeeding women or to children under 18 years of age. This medication may interact with other drugs, particularly specific antiepileptics, hypoglycemics, and anticoagulants, so consultation with a specialist is recommended when taken concomitantly. If severe diarrhea, skin rash, liver function abnormalities, visual disturbance, or respiratory distress occurs during treatment, a physician should be consulted immediately. Avoid strong sunlight or ultraviolet exposure during treatment, and discontinue use if photosensitivity occurs. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery, and it is advisable to avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication. Overdose may lead to kidney damage, so the prescribed dosage and instructions should be strictly followed. This medication may affect joints and bones in children, so it should not be used in growing adolescents. Store in a cool place protected from direct sunlight and ultraviolet light, ensuring it is out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormality accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, numbness.

Mild side effects

Decreased appetite, reduced food intake, increased alkaline phosphatase levels in the blood, hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, increased lipase levels, abnormal prothrombin levels, increased amylase levels, psychomotor agitation/nervousness, confusion, disorientation, emotional instability, abnormal dreams, depression, hallucinations, psychotic reactions, toxic psychosis, headache, dizziness, sleep disorders, taste disorders, insomnia, sensory disturbances, sensory loss, loss of taste, tremors, lightheadedness, drowsiness, fatigue.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air ingress and should be kept at room temperature, ideally between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety for use.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle