Ciprofloxacinis a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall, inhibiting their ability to produce essential proteins essential for survival.
Ciprofloxacin belongs to the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics and works by inhibiting the DNA gyrase enzymes in bacteria, which are responsible for DNA replication and repair. It is commonly used in the treatment of anthrax, a serious bacterial infection that is highly contagious and can cause harm to both people and animals. Ciprofloxacin is effective against a wide range of bacterial pathogens and has been shown to be effective in the treatment of anthrax.
Ciprofloxacin may also be used in combination with other treatments to treat anthrax in adults. It may also be used to treat certain infections in children and adolescents. The medicine may also be used in the treatment of anthrax in adults.
The benefits of taking Ciprofloxacin include the potential to reduce the severity of symptoms and the time it takes for the infection to develop. It may also help prevent the progression of the infection to the developing fetus or the elderly. Ciprofloxacin is also effective against a wide range of bacteria.
The recommended dose of ciprofloxacin for adults is 1 milligram/100 millilitre (mL) taken twice daily.
The recommended dose of Ciprofloxacin for children is 0.5 milligram/kg/day (approximately 20 mL) taken twice daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for pregnant women is 10 mg/kg/day (approximately 30 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for breastfeeding women is 0.5 mg/kg/day (approximately 1.3 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for children is 10 mg/kg/day (approximately 30 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for children is 1 mg/kg (approximately 1.3 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for pediatric patients is 10 mg/kg (approximately 30 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for elderly patients is 1 mg/kg (approximately 1.3 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for children is 2.5 mg/kg (approximately 1.9 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for women is 10 mg/kg (approximately 30 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for breastfeeding women is 1 mg/kg (approximately 1.3 mL) once daily.
The recommended dosage of ciprofloxacin for pediatric patients is 1 mg/kg (approximately 1.3 mL) once daily.
VIDEOCiprofloxacin can also be used to treat anthrax in children. The medicine may also be used to treat certain infections in adults.
Ciprofloxacin is also used to treat certain infections in children who are allergic to penicillin.
Ciprofloxacin may also be used in combination with other treatments to treat certain infections in children and adolescents.
Ciprofloxacin and other quinolones are used to treat bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic and is known as an antibacterial medicine. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Ciprofloxacin is available as tablets or capsules, chewable tablets, liquid suspensions, and injectable solutions.
Ciprofloxacin may cause a variety of side effects, including:
Ciprofloxacin should not be used in people with a known hypersensitivity to any component of the medicine.
If you experience any of these serious side effects while taking Ciprofloxacin, seek medical attention immediately.
In addition to the above side effects, some of the following are more serious:
In addition to these serious side effects, some of the following are more serious:
If you miss a dose of Ciprofloxacin, take it as soon as you remember.
In case of an overdose of Ciprofloxacin, seek medical attention immediately.
Ciprofloxacin can interact with:
This list is not exhaustive. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, especially medicines that contain nitrates.
DIN
1509587Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension Bottle, 100mlIS A US-rated Oral Suspension that is FDA-approved to treat severe bacterial infections.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is manufactured by Amgen, Inc. and has been shown to be effective in treating urinary tract and gastrointestinal infections, including conditions like acute uncomphilis and acute typhus, acute otitis media, and typhoid fever. The suspension is available in an easy-to-swallow bottle with a cap and a glass bottle for ease of use.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is not FDA-approved for use in children and adolescents, including those under the age of 18. However, it is not currently used in children or adolescents with a current medical diagnosis. It is considered safe for use in the elderly.It is also not used for children or adolescents under the age of 18 years to treat severe bacterial infections.A combination of oral and injectable ciprofloxacin is commonly used to treat severe bacterial infections. The oral suspension is available in two strengths, 500 and 750 milligrams (mg) of ciprofloxacin.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is approved for the treatment of bacterial infections in the urinary tract, respiratory tract, skin, and soft tissue, as well as infections caused by susceptible microorganisms in patients with weakened immune systems and those with certain conditions. It is also indicated for the treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis, as it is a powerful oral solution, which has been shown to be effective.It is also used to treat severe infections of the lower respiratory tract, including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, and ear infections in patients with weakened immune systems.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is an antibiotic that works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. It is an effective treatment that has been proven to be safe and effective in treating infections of the lower respiratory tract, including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, and ear infections. In some cases, ciprofloxacin can be given to treat a bacterial infection in other parts of the body, such as the heart and lungs.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is used in the treatment of certain types of pneumonia, bronchitis, and other types of infections in the lower respiratory tract.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is also indicated for the treatment of some types of infections caused by susceptible microorganisms, including those that affect the lower respiratory tract, such as streptococci, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is also used in the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites.It is also used in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms in certain medical conditions, such as ear, nose, and throat infections and bacterial infections.Ciprofloxacin HCL 500mg/ml Oral Suspension is approved for the treatment of various bacterial infections in patients with weakened immune systems. It is also used in the treatment of certain infections in patients with compromised immune systems.It is an effective treatment that has been shown to be safe and effective in treating infections of the lower respiratory tract, including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, and ear infections in patients with weakened immune systems.Ciprofloxacin is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, ear infections, urinary tract infections, genital tract infections, stomach infections, infections of bones and joints and skin and soft tissue infections. It can also be used in the management of patients with anthrax inhalation exposure.
Ciprofloxacin: Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
Ciprofloxacinworks by blocking the actions of certain bacterial proteins (such as DNA gyrase, topoisomerase IV) which is essential for the bacteria to survive. As a result, it destroys the susceptible bacteria and prevent their further growth and multiplication within the body which helps in reducing the severity of the infection.
Consult your doctor if you experience:
Treatment of bacterial infections of the lungs, nose, ear, bones and joints, skin and soft tissue, kidney, bladder, abdomen, and genitals caused by ciprofloxacin-susceptible organisms. Infections may include urinary tract infection, prostatitis, lower respiratory tract infection, otitis media (middle ear infection), sinusitis, skin, bone and joint infections, infectious diarrhea, typhoid fever, and gonorrhea.
May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals to minimise GI discomfort. Do not take w/ antacids, Fe or dairy products.
Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or other quinolones. History or risk of QT prolongation; known history of myasthenia gravis. Concomitant use with tizanidine.
Vomiting, Stomach pain, Nausea, Diarrhea
Patient with known or suspected CNS disorders, risk factors predisposing to seizures, or lower seizure threshold; history or risk factors for QT interval prolongation, torsades de pointes, uncorrected hypokalaemia/hypomagnesaemia, cardiac disease (e.g. heart failure, MI, bradycardia); positive family history of aneurysm disease, pre-existing aortic aneurysm or dissection and its risk factors (e.g. Marfan syndrome, vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypertension, peripheral atherosclerotic vascular disease); diabetes, previous tendon disorder (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis), G6PD deficiency. Renal and hepatic impairment. Elderly, children. Pregnancy and lactation.
Store between 20-25°C.
Quinolones
MedsGo Class CStorageuy Class.Also:Ticlopidine
Drug class:
Benbenoconjugate
Esomeprazole
Fosphenytoin
Hydrochlorothiazide