Proxacin Tablets (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

For typical adult treatment with ciprofloxacin, the recommended dose is 250 ～ 500 mg per dose, taken orally twice daily between meals. In cases of severe complicated infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg per dose, taken orally twice daily. For acute infections, treatment usually lasts for 5 ～ 10 days, and at least 3 additional days of therapy is recommended after symptoms have resolved. In patients with renal impairment, the dosage should be adjusted based on the creatinine clearance. Adjustments should be made according to symptoms.

This drug may cause serious side effects related to tendons, such as tendonitis or tendon rupture. If these symptoms occur, it is crucial to stop taking this medication immediately and to never use it again. Patients with myasthenia gravis should not take this drug as it may worsen symptoms. It should be used cautiously only when there are no alternative treatment methods for specific infections. Elderly patients, patients with compromised kidney function, and those taking corticosteroids are at a higher risk for tendon rupture. Therefore, concurrent use with corticosteroids should be avoided. Additionally, seizures or central nervous system side effects may occur, thus patients with epilepsy or other central nervous system disorders should use caution. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children or adolescents under 18 years should not use this drug. This drug can interact with various medications, so if taking other drugs, it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. If symptoms like skin rash, redness, or itching occur while taking the medication, stop use immediately and consult an expert. Furthermore, this drug may cause photosensitivity reactions, so care should be taken to avoid strong sunlight or artificial ultraviolet exposure. It may affect blood sugar control; therefore, diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar levels frequently, and if hypoglycemic symptoms arise, seek treatment immediately. Dizziness, drowsiness, and vision disturbances may occur during use, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Overdose can risk kidney damage, so it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and frequency. Lastly, this drug has not been established as safe for children and should therefore be avoided in this population.

Serious side effects

Tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, anaphylaxis, anaphylactoid shock, seizures, status epilepticus, delirium, confusion, thunderclap headache, visual disturbances, paralysis, hepatic necrosis, hepatic failure, jaundice, acute renal failure, elevated blood pressure, severe edema, shock, dyspnea, asthma attacks, laryngeal edema, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions (severe rashes,

Mild side effects

Fungal superinfection, antibiotic-associated colitis, eosinophilia, phlebitis, leukopenia, anemia, neutropenia, leukocytosis, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytosis, erythrocytopenia, hemoglobin reduction, decreased hematocrit, granulocytopenia, leukolysis, increased INR, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, allergic reactions, allergic edema/angioedema, decreased appetite, increased serum alkaline phosphatase

Store this drug in a well-closed container to prevent air ingress and keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle