Ciflox Ciprofloxacin 500 mg - 10 Tablets

Product Overview:

• Ciflox (Ciprofloxacin) 10 Tablets is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, it is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. It is also used to treat people who have been exposed to anthrax or certain types of plague.
• Ciprofloxacin extended-release is only approved for use in adults.
• Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects that may not be reversible.

Key Features:

• Ciprofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic.

How it Works?

• Ciprofloxacin kills certain types of bacteria by disrupting their ability to create and repair their DNA.. 

Benefits:

Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that is commonly used for the following infections caused by certain bacteria.

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and bladder infections
• Prostate infections
• Lung infections (e.g., bronchitis, pneumonia)
• Sinus infections
• Skin infections
• Bone and joint infections
• Abdominal infections
• Infectious diarrhea
• Typhoid fever
• Certain gonorrhea infections
• Certain anthrax infections
• An infection called plague

Directions for Use:

• Take ciprofloxacin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Take ciprofloxacin at the same time each day, with or without food.
• Shake the oral suspension (liquid) for 15 seconds before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Do not give ciprofloxacin oral suspension through a feeding tube.
• Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
• Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking this medicine.
• Use ciprofloxacin for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Ciprofloxacin will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
• Do not share this medicine with another person.

Active Ingredient:

• Ciprofloxacin 500 mg

Side Effects:

• Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to ciprofloxacin (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat, or chest pain and other signs of a heart attack) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling).
• Ciprofloxacin can cause serious side effects, including tendon problems, damage to your nerves (which may be permanent), serious mood or behavior changes (after just one dose), or low blood sugar (which can lead to coma).
• Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
• low blood sugar - headache, hunger, irritability, dizziness, nausea, fast heart rate, or feeling shaky;
• nerve damage symptoms - numbness, tingling, burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet:
• serious mood or behavior changes - nervousness, confusion, agitation, paranoia, hallucinations, memory problems, trouble concentrating, thoughts of suicide; or
• signs of tendon rupture - sudden pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness, stiffness, movement problems, or a snapping or popping sound in any of your joints (rest the joint until you receive medical care or instructions).
• In rare cases, ciprofloxacin may cause damage to your aorta, the main blood artery of the body. This could lead to dangerous bleeding or death. Get emergency medical help if you have severe and constant pain in your chest, stomach, or back.

Also, stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
• fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out);
• any skin rash, no matter how mild;
• muscle weakness, breathing problems;
• little or no urination;
• jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
• increased pressure inside the skull - severe headaches, ringing in your ears, dizziness, nausea, vision problems, pain behind your eyes.

Common ciprofloxacin side effects may include:

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain;
• headache; or
• abnormal liver function tests.

Caution & Warnings:

• Ciprofloxacin can cause serious side effects, including tendon problems, nerve damage, serious mood or behavior changes, or low blood sugar.
• Stop using ciprofloxacin and call your doctor at once if you have: headache, hunger, irritability, numbness, tingling, burning pain, confusion, agitation, paranoia, problems with memory or concentration, thoughts of suicide, or sudden pain or movement problems in any of your joints.
• In rare cases, ciprofloxacin may cause damage to your aorta, which could lead to dangerous bleeding or death. Get emergency medical help if you have severe and constant pain in your chest, stomach, or back.
• You should not use this medicine if you have a history of myasthenia gravis.

Pregnancy Warnings:

• Ciprofloxacin passes into breast milk. You should not breastfeed while using ciprofloxacin or for two days after you finish using it. You may pump and throw away your breast milk during this time. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.Breastfeeding Warnings 

Breastfeeding Warnings:

• Ciprofloxacin passes into breast milk. You should not breastfeed while using ciprofloxacin or for two days after you finish using it. You may pump and throw away your breast milk during this time. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

Storage:

• Most ciprofloxacin oral tablets should be stored at room temperature, which is generally between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C), for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Medicine should generally be stored in a cool, dry place, in a tightly closed container.

FAQs:

• Q. What happens if I miss a dose?
• A. If you take regular tablets or oral suspension: Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if your next dose is due in less than 6 hours.
• If you take extended-release tablets: Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if your next dose is due in less than 8 hours.
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Q. What to avoid while taking this medication?
• A. Do not take ciprofloxacin with dairy products such as milk or yogurt, or with calcium-fortified juice. You may eat or drink these products with your meals, but do not use them alone when taking this medicine.
• Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor before using anti-diarrhea medicine.
• Ciprofloxacin could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Tell your doctor if you have severe burning, redness, itching, rash, or swelling after being in the sun.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how ciprofloxacin will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Q. Does ciprofloxacin interact with foods or drinks?
• A. Foods and drinks that are high in calcium may decrease the amount of ciprofloxacin that your body absorbs. You should not take eat or drink dairy products like milk and yogurt or calcium-fortified products alone near the time that you take ciprofloxacin by mouth. However, you can eat and drink these types of products with normal meals.
• Proquin XR (ciprofloxacin extended-release tablets) should be taken with your main meal of the day, preferably the evening meal.
• It is unknown if drinking alcohol will affect ciprofloxacin.
• Ciprofloxacin can increase the effects of caffeine. You should limit the amount of caffeine-containing drinks you consume while taking ciprofloxacin.