Ciprowin 250mg Tablet
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
31.80

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ciprofloxacin (250mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
SAFE
Alcohol
SAFE

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

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Ciprowin 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

Ciprowin 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

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

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

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

Liver

Ciprowin 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ciprowin 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 Ciprowin Tablet
Ciprowin 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 Ciprowin 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. Ciprowin 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Ciprowin 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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