Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat gynecological infections, teeth and urine infections, lung infections, and abdominal infections such as acute diarrhea or dysentery. It acts against the infection-causing microorganisms to manage the infections.

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.

Uses of Cipro TZ Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Benefits of Cipro TZ Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial & parasitic infections

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination medicine which can be used to treat infections caused by bacteria and parasites. These include gynecological infections, teeth and urine infections, lung infections, and abdominal infections such as acute diarrhea or dysentery. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria and parasites 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 if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Cipro TZ 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 TZ

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Dryness in mouth
Metallic taste
Headache

How to use Cipro TZ 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 TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Cipro TZ Tablet works

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Ciprofloxacin and Tinidazole. Ciprofloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any 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

UNSAFE

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Cipro TZ Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed this combination medicine for the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.
Diarrhea can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids to help rehydrate you.
Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.
Do not use Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
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.

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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

Dental Surgery

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

Sir when i eat food my stomach is paining I take cipro 500 tab & meftalspas both bd for three days but my stumach still paining so what can i do. Please give me any advise

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

consult physician and admit, could be gastritis

User feedback

Patients taking Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet

Twice A Day

88%

Once A Day

12%

What are you using Cipro TZ Tablet for?

Bacterial inf*

77%

Others

18%

Diarrhea

*Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Average

81%

Excellent

11%

Poor

What were the side-effects while using Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Headache

38%

No Side Effec*

25%

Nausea

25%

Abnormal drea*

12%

*No Side Effect, Abnormal dreams

How do you take Cipro TZ Tablet?

With food

40%

With or witho*

40%

Empty stomach

20%

*With or without food

Please rate Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet on price

Average

58%

Not Expensive

25%

Expensive

17%

FAQs

Q. What is Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Tinidazole and Ciprofloxacin. They work by killing the harmful microorganisms that can cause infection. Together they help to treat the infection more effectively.

Q. Is it safe to use Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, headache, dryness in the mouth, metallic taste, heartburn and other uncommon or rare side effects. If you experience any problem due to the medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Cipro TZ 500 mg/600 mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

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