Alciflox 250mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
23.28

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ciprofloxacin (250mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
SAFE
Alcohol
SAFE

It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Alciflox 250mg Tablet.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Alciflox 250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Alciflox 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.Baby should be closely monitored for development of fever, loss of appetite and diarrhea. In case, any of the above happens please inform your doctor immediately.

Driving

Alciflox 250mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Alciflox 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alciflox 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Alciflox 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alciflox 250mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Inform your doctor if you develop any signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

Ciprofloxacin   250mg

Uses of Alciflox Tablet
Alciflox 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).

How to use Alciflox Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alciflox 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Alciflox 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Alciflox Tablet works
Alciflox 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. This treats your infection.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Alciflox Tablet
Your doctor has prescribed Alciflox to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Alciflox and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I take Alciflox for streptococcal infection?
Alciflox is not indicated for the treatment of streptococcal infection as it is not very active against this bacteria. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infections.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with pantoprazole?
Alciflox can be taken with pantoprazole as no interactions have been reported. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with metronidazole?
Alciflox can be taken with metronidazole as no interactions have been reported. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with birth control pills or does it affect birth control?
Yes, you can take Alciflox with birth control pills. It does not affect birth control. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor in case you are taking birth control pills before taking any medicine.

Q. Is Alciflox banned?
Alciflox is not a banned drug. It is available as a prescription medicine.

Q. Is Alciflox a penicillin?
Alciflox is not a penicillin. It belongs to a different group of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones.

Q. Is Alciflox bactericidal (kills bacteria) or bacteriostatic (slows the growth of bacteria)?
Alciflox is a bactericidal (kills bacteria) agent. It belongs to a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones and acts by inhibiting bacterial DNA-gyrase.

Q. Is Alciflox safe?
Alciflox is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.

Q. Is Alciflox a cephalosporin?
Alciflox is not a cephalosporin. It belongs to a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with ibuprofen?
Use of Alciflox with ibuprofen can increase the central nervous system side effects of Alciflox. Consult your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with paracetamol?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with hydrocodone?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with hydrocodone. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with fluconazole?
Alciflox and fluconazole, when taken together, can cause heart-related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with phenazopyridine?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically significant interaction with phenazopyridine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with omeprazole?
Omeprazole can slow the absorption of Alciflox if taken together. So, the action of Alciflox may get slow. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with hydroxyzine?
Alciflox and hydroxyzine, when taken together, can cause heart-related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with azithromycin?
Alciflox and azithromycin, when taken together, can cause heart related side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking both the drugs together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox for yeast infection?
No, Alciflox is not indicated in the treatment of yeast infections. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for the treatment of yeast infection.

Q. Does Alciflox contain sulfa?
Alciflox does not contain sulfur in its structure. However, history of any drug allergy should be discussed with the doctor prior to initiation of therapy.

Q. Does Alciflox cover pseudomonas?
Alciflox is active against pseudomonas. But, acquired resistance (resistance after taking the antibiotic) is very common among the organism for the drug. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infection.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with dextromethorphan?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with dextromethorphan. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with doxylamine?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with doxylamine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with amoxicillin?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with amoxicillin. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with pseudophedrine?
Alciflox is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with pseudoephedrine. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Alciflox with Tamsulosin?
Alciflox and Tamsulosin are not known to have any clinically relevant drug interactions. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.