Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet
Wockhardt Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
18.37

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ciprofloxacin (500mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
SAFE
Alcohol
SAFE

It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Ciprosyn 500mg 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

Ciprosyn 500mg 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

Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ciprosyn 500mg 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   500mg

Uses of Ciprosyn Tablet
Ciprosyn 500mg 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 Ciprosyn 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. Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Ciprosyn 500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Ciprosyn Tablet works
Ciprosyn 500mg 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 Ciprosyn Tablet
Your doctor has prescribed Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn for streptococcal infection?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with pantoprazole?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with metronidazole?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with birth control pills or does it affect birth control?
Yes, you can take Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn banned?
Ciprosyn is not a banned drug. It is available as a prescription medicine.

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

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

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

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

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

Q. Can I take Ciprosyn with hydroxyzine?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with azithromycin?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn for yeast infection?
No, Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn contain sulfa?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn cover pseudomonas?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with dextromethorphan?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with doxylamine?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with amoxicillin?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with pseudophedrine?
Ciprosyn 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 Ciprosyn with Tamsulosin?
Ciprosyn 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.