CIPROFLOXACIN 500 MG TAB

Ciprofloxacin 500 MG Tablet belongs to a class called quinolone antibiotics. It is used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, gonorrhea (STD), typhoid fever, infectious diarrhea, and infections of skin, bone, joint, abdomen, and prostate. Additionally, the medication is used to treat bronchitis, sinus infections, or urinary tract infections. Ciprofloxacin works by killing and stopping the growth of bacteria. Only Bacterial infections can be treated with this medication but it will not work for virus infections such as common cold, flu, etc. Over usage, and using Ciprofloxacin when not needed can cause the medication to not work for future doses. 

Common Side-effects

There are some possible side-effects of Ciprofloxacin Tablet that are mild to temporary and usually go away whenever the full course is completed. Side-effects offered by Ciprofloxacin include:

• Nausea,
• Diarrhea,
• Vomiting,
• Stomach upset,
• Dizziness, 
• Rash, etc.

Precautions for Ciprofloxacin 500 MG Tablet

Ciprofloxacin should be taken with extreme precautions for better results, and to avoid some side effects. Therefore, precaution for Ciprofloxacin includes the following:

• In case of pregnancy, use the medication if clearly needed.
• If allergic to quinolone antibiotics then tell the doctor or pharmacist.
• Limit the time in the sun as the medication can make your skin more sensitive.
• Patients with a medical history of heart problems, kidney, or liver disease should inform the doctor.