Cipro 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by killing and stopping the growth of the infectious microorganisms.

Cipro 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Common side effects include headache, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disorder such as nausea. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses of Cipro Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Cipro Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cipro 500mg Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin, and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It kills and stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Cipro Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cipro

Headache
Dizziness
Gastrointestinal disorder
Nausea
Diarrhea

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

How Cipro Tablet works

Cipro 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cipro 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cipro 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cipro 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm 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

UNSAFE

Cipro 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

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

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

What if you forget to take Cipro Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cipro 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Cipro 500mg Tablet 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 Cipro 500mg Tablet 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Severe tooth pain. Taken cipro 500 mg tabs for 5 days with zerodol sp but not reduced pain. What medicines shall i take ?

Dr. Rohan Bhatt

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Fo for tooth x rayMay be u have to go for rct

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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Patients taking Cipro 500mg Tablet

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What are you using Cipro Tablet for?

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Others

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Constipation

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How do you take Cipro Tablet?

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75%

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25%

*With or without food

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FAQs

Is Cipro 500mg Tablet safe?

Cipro 500mg Tablet 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.

Can the use of Cipro 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cipro 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Cipro 500mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cipro 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Cipro 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Cipro 500mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Cipro 500mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Can I take Cipro 500mg Tablet with paracetamol?

Cipro 500mg Tablet 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.

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