Alcip
Alcip Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Alcip Products
Uses of Alcip Products
Ciprofloxacin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).
Alcip Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alcip are Headache, Dizziness, Gastrointestinal disorder, Joint pain, Urticaria.
How Alcip Products work
Ciprofloxacin 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.
Patient Concerns about Alcip Products
Frequently asked questions about Alcip Products
Frequently asked questions about Ciprofloxacin
Q. Is Alcip 500mg Tablet safe?
Alcip 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.
Q. Can the use of Alcip 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Alcip 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Alcip 500mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Alcip 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Q. Can the use of Alcip 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Alcip 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 Alcip 500mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Q. Can I take Alcip 500mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Alcip 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.