Ciprofloxacin Tablets (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For typical adult administration, ciprofloxacin is taken at a dose of 250 to 500 mg orally twice a day between meals. In cases of severe complicated infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg twice daily. Treatment for acute infections is usually 5 to 10 days, and it should be administered for at least 3 more days after symptoms disappear. Dose adjustments are necessary for patients with renal impairment based on creatinine clearance: - over 50 mL/min

This medication can worsen symptoms of tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system side effects that affect the brain and nervous system, and symptoms of myasthenia gravis. If any of these severe side effects occur, the medication should be stopped immediately, and it is advised not to use it in patients with a history of myasthenia gravis. Additionally, this medication should only be used for specific bacterial infections and ideally only when no other treatment options are available. Elderly patients, those with diminished renal function, and patients taking steroids are at increased risk for tendon rupture. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women, breastfeeding women, children or adolescents under 18, patients with epilepsy, and those allergic to this medication or similar drugs should not take this medication. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with certain other medications, so it is essential to consult healthcare professionals if there are any currently prescribed medications. This medication may increase the risk of seizures and can affect mental health, leading to symptoms such as depression, hallucinations, and anxiety that should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. During treatment, strong sunlight and ultraviolet exposure should be avoided, and if any skin rash or itching occurs, the medication should be discontinued, and consultation should be sought. Patients with diabetes requiring blood glucose control may experience fluctuations in blood sugar levels when taking this medication, therefore regular monitoring is advised. This medication can affect kidney and liver functions, so consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary if abnormal symptoms occur, and careful monitoring of kidney function is required in the case of overdose. Finally, this medication has not been proven safe for use in children or growing adolescents and should not be used in such populations. It is essential to strictly follow a doctor's instructions when taking this medication, and to seek immediate expert advice for any suspicious symptoms.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral and ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthmatic attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• joint pain
• headache
• dizziness
• sleep disorders
• taste disorders
• insomnia
• sensory impairment
• tremors
• drowsiness

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

White to yellowish round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle