Zipro
Zipro Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Zipro Products
Uses of Zipro 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).
Zipro Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zipro are Headache, Dizziness, Gastrointestinal disorder, Joint pain, Urticaria.
How Zipro 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 Zipro Products
Frequently asked questions about Zipro Products
Frequently asked questions about Ciprofloxacin
Q. Is Zipro 500mg Syrup safe?
Zipro 500mg Syrup 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 Zipro 500mg Syrup cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Zipro 500mg Syrup 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 Zipro 500mg Syrup when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Zipro 500mg Syrup 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 Zipro 500mg Syrup increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Zipro 500mg Syrup 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 Zipro 500mg Syrup. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Q. Can I take Zipro 500mg Syrup with paracetamol?
Zipro 500mg Syrup 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.
Products for Zipro
Zipro 500mg Syrup
bottle of 200 ml Syrup
MRP
₹89.9
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Zipro 500mg Drop
packet of 15 ml Drop
MRP
₹33.75
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