Ciplox 500 Tablet: Uses, Side Effects, Price & Substitutes

About Ciplox 500 Tablet 10

Ciplox 500 Tablet is a prescription medication in the fluoroquinolone class of antibiotics. It is used for treating various bacterial infections in adults over 18. Ciplox 500 Tablet is known for its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, making it effective against many bacteria.

Ciplox 500 Tablet treats lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, gastrointestinal (GI) tract infections, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), infectious diarrhoea, typhoid, fever, uncomplicated gonorrhoea, plague in adult and children population and chronic bacterial prostatitis.

Inform your doctor about any pre-existing diseases and the medicines you are taking, which will help him decide regarding the dosage and frequency of use of this medicine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Ciplox 500 Tablet a strong antibiotic?

Ciplox 500 Tablet is a potent antibiotic from the fluoroquinolone class, known for its effectiveness against various bacterial infections like respiratory, urinary, skin, and soft tissue infections. It should only be used under the doctor's guidance to ensure safe usage and avoid antibiotic resistance.

How long should one take Ciplox 500 Tablet?

The duration of Ciplox 500 Tablet treatment varies depending on the infection's type and severity, usually lasting from a few days to a couple of weeks. Complete the course of antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor to avoid antibiotic resistance and ensure effective treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor.

Is Ciplox 500 Tablet safe?

Ciplox 500 Tablet can be safe and effective for treating bacterial infections when used as directed by a doctor and under proper medical supervision, but potential side effects should be monitored and reported promptly.

Who should not take Ciplox 500 Tablet?

Ciplox 500 Tablet should not be taken by pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals with known allergies to ciprofloxacin or fluoroquinolones, severe liver or kidney disorders, history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolones, or patients with myasthenia gravis. Always consult a doctor before taking the Ciplox 500 Tablet and inform them about your medical history and medications.

Is Ciplox 500 Tablet good for throat infection?

Ciplox 500 Tablet can be effective against certain bacterial throat infections, but it is not the first-line choice; consult your doctor for proper evaluation and treatment with appropriate antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin.

References

CIPRO ® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) tablet, for oral use. (n.d.). Fda.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/019537s086lbl.pdf
CIPRO® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) TABLETS. (N.d.). Fda.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/019537s057,020780s019lbl.pdf
Ciprofloxacin. (n.d.). Drugs.Com. (Retrieved December 2023). https://www.drugs.com/ciprofloxacin.html
Ciprofloxacin. (n.d.). Medlineplus.Gov. (Retrieved December 2023). https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a688016.html
KD Tripathi. Fluoroquinolones antibiotics. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition,2013. Page - 709. essay, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.
Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 250mg and 500mg Tablets. (N.d.). Torrentian.Com. (Retrieved December 2023). https://www.torrentian.com/pisheet/Upload/PI_Sheet/453.pdf
CIPROBAY® 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg Film-coated Tablets. (N.d.). Bayer.Com. (Retrieved December 2023). https://www.bayer.com/sites/default/files/CIPROBAY_ORAL_EN_PIL.pdf

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Drug Category	Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
Therapeutic Category	Antibacterial
Available Dosage Types	Tablet
Habit Forming	No
Ailment	A broad range of bacterial infections

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