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INTRODUCTION
CIPROBID INFUSION contains Ciprofloxacin which belongs to a group of medicines called fluoroquinolones. It is used to treat respiratory tract infections, long lasting or recurring ear or sinus infections, urinary tract infections, genital tract infections in men and women, gastro-intestinal tract infections and intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone, joint infections and anthrax inhalation exposure. It may also used in the management of patients with low white blood cell counts (neutropenia) who have a fever that is suspected to be due to a bacterial infection.
Ciprofloxacin is a broad spectrum antibiotic which inhibits DNA gyrase and the synthesis of bacterial DNA and acts as bactericidal, notably against gram-negative bacteria.
CIPROBID INFUSION will be administered by your doctor or nurse. Before receiving this medicine, tell your doctor if you have or had any kidney, liver or heart impairment, allergies, epilepsy or joint problems. Tell your physician if you are taking any medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. It may also used to treat specific severe infections in children and adolescents if your doctor considers it necessary. The common side effects are nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting and skin rash.
USES OF CIPROBID INFUSION
Treats,
- respiratory tract infections
- ear or sinus infections
- urinary tract infections
- genital tract infections (men and women)
- gastro-intestinal tract infections and intra-abdominal infections
- skin and soft tissue infections
- bone, joint infections
- anthrax inhalation exposure
HOW CIPROBID INFUSION WORKS
CIPROBID INFUSION works against bacteria that cause infections and acts on specific strains of bacteria.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
CIPROBID INFUSION will be administered as an injection into a vein (intravenous) by your doctor or nurse.
SIDE EFFECTS OF CIPROBID INFUSION
SERIOUS
- severe, sudden allergic reaction
- prolonged, disabling and potentially irreversible serious side effects
- sudden, severe pain in your abdomen, chest or back (aneurysm and dissection)
- rapid onset of shortness of breath
- swelling of ankles, feet or abdomen, or a new onset of heart palpitations
- epilepsy or other neurological conditions
- loss of appetite, jaundice, dark urine, itching, or tenderness of the stomach (liver damage)
- eyesight becomes impaired
COMMON
- nausea
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- skin rashes
- injection site reactions
RARE
- tightness in the chest, dizziness, sick or fainting
- tendon rupture
- nerve damage (neuropathy)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea or vomiting:
Stick to normal routine meals and avoid spicy foods.
Diarrhoea:
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS also can be used to prevent dehydration.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
It is preferable to avoid the use of CIPROBID INFUSION during pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before giving it to you. Consult your doctor for advice.
BREASTFEEDING
CIPROBID INFUSION is not recommended during breast-feeding as it may excrete in breast milk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor for advice.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Due to its neurological effects, CIPROBID INFUSION may affect reaction time. Thus, the ability to drive or handle any heavy machines may be impaired.
KIDNEY
CIPROBID INFUSION should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases, if needed dose will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
There are limited data available on CIPROBID INFUSION and should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Tell your doctor if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Ciprofloxacin.
HEART DISEASE
CIPROBID INFUSION should be used with caution in patients who recently had a heart attack, had heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) and heart failure. Consult your doctor for advice.
OTHERS
Inform your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have or had,
- epilepsy or other neurological conditions
- history of tendon problems
- diabetes
- myasthenia gravis
- glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)
- enlargement of large blood vessel
- aortic dissection (tear in the aorta wall)
INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor if you are taking,
- tizanidine (used for muscle spasticity)
- cyclosporine (used in organ transplantation)
- methotrexate (treats certain types of cancer, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis)
- multivitamins that contain iron
- omeprazole, antacids (treats stomach problem)
- sucralfate
- warfarin, acenocoumarol, phenprocoumon or fluindione (used to thin the blood)
- theophylline (treats breathing problems)
- phenytoin (used for epilepsy)
- probenecid (treats gout)
- ropinirole (treats Parkinson’s disease)
- olanzapine, clozapine (treats psychotic disorders)
- metoclopramide (for nausea and vomiting)
- quinidine, hydroquinidine, disopyramide, amiodarone, sotalol, dofetilide, ibutilide (treats heart problems)
- tricyclic antidepressants, some antimicrobials
- zolpidem (for sleep disorders)
- pentoxifylline (used for circulatory disorders)
- caffeine
- duloxetine (used for depression, diabetic nerve damage or incontinence)
- lidocaine (treats heart conditions or anaesthetic use)
- sildenafil (used for erectile dysfunction)
- agomelatine (for depression)
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Ciprofloxacin |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Fluoroquinolone |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Injection, Eye/Ear drops, Eye ointment, Cream |
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT CIPROBID INFUSION
Is CIPROBID INFUSION safe?
It is a safe medicine and it will be administered by your doctor or nurse.
Does CIPROBID INFUSION cause diarrhoea?
Yes, it may cause diarrhoea in some individuals, consult your doctor immediately if this persists for a long time.
Can I stop taking CIPROBID INFUSION when I feel better?
No, do not stop the medicine and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
- Complete Blood Count
- Peripheral Smear Examination
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