Ciprofloxacin 250 mg Tablets (Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

For typical adult administration of ciprofloxacin, take 250 to 500 mg orally twice daily between meals. In cases of severe complicated infections, the dose may be increased to 750 mg twice daily. In cases of acute infections, treatment typically lasts for 5 to 10 days, and administration should continue for at least 3 additional days after symptoms have resolved. For patients with renal impairment, the dosage and frequency should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance. - Creatinine

This medication may cause serious side effects such as tendinitis or tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system anomalies, so caution is required. In particular, patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsening symptoms from taking this medication and should avoid it. Additionally, this drug should be used only for limited infections such as acute bacterial rhinosinusitis, acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and acute otitis media, and only when no other treatment is available. It is not safe for elderly patients or those with impaired renal function, patients with epilepsy, pregnant or nursing women, and adolescents under 18 years of age. The risk of side effects may increase when used with certain medications, so any concurrent medications should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist. If pain or inflammation in the tendon occurs during treatment, the medication should be discontinued immediately and rest should be taken, and it is advisable to avoid strong sunlight or ultraviolet exposure. This medication can cause various side effects including fluctuations in blood sugar, neurological abnormalities, liver function anomalies, gastrointestinal issues; therefore, if any unusual symptoms appear, medical personnel should be notified immediately. It is preferable not to use this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and it should not be administered to children or adolescents in their growth phase. Overdose may result in kidney damage, so it is essential to stick to the prescribed dosage and store it out of reach of children and away from direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Tendinitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system effects, worsening of severe myasthenia gravis, anaphylactic reactions, shock, serum sickness-like reactions, bone marrow suppression, acute renal failure, cholestatic jaundice, liver necrosis, jaundice, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), seizures, status epilepticus, psychotic reactions, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, respiratory distress (including asthma symptoms), angioedema

Mild side effects

• Fungal superinfection
• thrombocytopenia
• anemia
• leukopenia
• thrombocytosis
• decreased appetite
• increased serum alkaline phosphatase
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• increased lipase

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that is well-ventilated, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle