Kinos Tablets 250 mg (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

For typical adult doses of ciprofloxacin, administer 250 ～ 500 mg orally, twice daily between meals. In case of severe complicated infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg, twice daily. For acute infections, treatment is usually administered for 5 ～ 10 days, with at least 3 additional days of treatment after symptoms have disappeared. In patients with kidney impairment, dose adjustments based on creatinine clearance are necessary. - Greater than 50 mL/min

This medication may cause serious side effects such as tendonitis or tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system effects; therefore, if these symptoms occur, usage should be discontinued immediately. Patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsening of symptoms if this medication is taken, so it should not be used. This medication is restricted for use only in specific bacterial infections and should only be administered when no other treatment options are available. Elderly patients, those with impaired kidney function, and patients with central nervous system diseases should use this medication with caution and may need dosage adjustments according to a doctor's guidance. The combination of this medication with corticosteroids or certain analgesics, anticonvulsants, etc. may increase the risk of side effects, so it should be administered cautiously or avoided. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, children and adolescents under 18 years of age, patients with epilepsy, and individuals allergic to this medication or similar medications should not take it. During the use of this medication, exposure to strong sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided, and if photosensitivity reactions occur, usage should be stopped immediately. Diabetic patients requiring blood sugar management should closely monitor blood sugar changes while taking this medication and seek immediate treatment if symptoms of hypoglycemia occur. Caution is advisable when driving or operating machinery, especially when taken with alcohol. This medication interacts with many other drugs, so patients should inform their doctor or pharmacist about any other medications they are currently taking. Overdose can lead to kidney damage, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines, and it should be stored out of reach of children and away from direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, (life-threatening) bone marrow suppression, anaphylactic reactions, anaphylactic shock, serum sickness-like reactions, seizures, convulsions, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, hepatitis, liver necrosis, acute renal failure, hematuria, acute kidney injury, rhabdomyolysis, shock, skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• joint pain
• headache
• dizziness
• sleep disorders
• taste disorders
• insomnia
• psychomotor agitation
• confusion
• disorientation

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air exposure and should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's efficacy and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

White to slightly yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle