Ciprofloxacin 250 mg Tablets (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

For adults, ciprofloxacin is typically administered orally at a dose of 250 to 500 mg twice daily between meals. In cases of severe complex infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg twice daily. For acute infections, treatment usually lasts for 5 to 10 days, and at least 3 additional days of administration are required after symptoms resolve. In patients with renal impairment, the dose should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. Creatinine clearance > 50 mL/min

This medication can cause serious side effects such as tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system effects; therefore, if these symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Particularly, patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsened symptoms and are advised not to use this medication. This medication is recommended to be used only when there are no other treatment options available for certain bacterial infections. Elderly patients, those with impaired kidney function, and those taking corticosteroids may have an increased risk of tendon rupture and should use caution. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, children and adolescents under 18 years old, and patients with epilepsy should not take this medication. Furthermore, serious side effects may increase when taken with certain medications, so current medications must be disclosed to healthcare professionals. This medication may increase the risk of seizures and affect mental health, so if feelings of depression or psychiatric symptoms occur, it should be stopped immediately and consultation is recommended. Photosensitivity reactions can occur; therefore, it is important to avoid strong sunlight or artificial UV exposure, and if a skin issue arises, discontinue use. Diabetic patients who require blood sugar control should be alert to symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia and frequently check their blood sugar levels. Severe diarrhea or abdominal pain during the use of this medication may indicate serious intestinal conditions such as pseudomembranous colitis, so consult a healthcare professional promptly. Caution is required when driving or operating machinery, and it is advisable to avoid taking it with alcohol. Overdosage may lead to kidney damage, so adherence to the prescribed dose is crucial, and if any unusual symptoms occur, immediate treatment should be sought. This medication may harm the joints and cartilage in children; therefore, it should not be used in growing adolescents. Store the medication out of reach of children and avoid direct sunlight and ultraviolet light exposure during storage.

Serious side effects

Tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, anaphylactic reactions, anaphylactoid reaction shock, serum sickness-like reactions, (life-threatening) bone marrow suppression, hepatic necrosis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, hepatitis, cholestatic jaundice, acute renal failure, rhabdomyolysis, exacerbation of severe myasthenia gravis, seizures, status epilepticus, mental confusion, altered consciousness, paralysis, severe allergic reactions, severe skin abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Psychomotor agitation
• confusion
• disorientation
• emotional instability
• abnormal dreams
• depression
• hallucinations
• psychotic reactions
• toxic psychosis
• headache

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that allows for adequate ventilation, at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain its effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

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