Description
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of preventing the infections that are caused by bacteria as the tablet contains the antibiotics which are known as Fluoroquinolones. Various infections including pneumonia, gonorrhea, typhoid fever, diarrhea, problems related to skin, bone, joint, abdomen, prostate, etc are cured and treated using this tablet. These all diseases are caused by bacteria which in turn cause infections. The bacteria is very powerful as it can attack any part of the body more quickly.
With the help of this medication, the bacterial infections are treated and prevented from entering the body as the tablet contains the antibiotic Ciprofloxacin. With the intake of this medication, the bacteria which enters the body is killed so that it does not cause any harm to the human body. We all know that when the bacteria enters the body it tries to make space for different parts of the body, so this medication helps in preventing the bacteria from making space in the body. When this medication is taken the bacteria which has caused harm to the body is killed with its use.
Uses
The bacteria which enters the body is treated with the intake of this medication as it helps in preventing infections. Belonging to the class of drugs which is called quinolone antibiotics, the use of this medication helps in preventing the growth of bacteria. The virus infections which include common cold, flu, etc are not treated using this medication. If you are using any other antibiotic without its need then this medication will not help in curing the other infections.
How to use Ciprofloxacin 500 Tablets?
Before the use of this medication the doctor or the pharmacist should be consulted, as well as the prescription should also be read carefully. Before or after the use of this medication if you face any problem or query then the doctor should be consulted immediately. This medication should be taken as per the advice of the doctor, i.e. with or without food. This medication should be taken both times i.e. in the morning as well as in the evening with an interval of 12 hours. When you take this tablet then it should not be chewed. It should be swallowed with water.
Before the use of this medication, your doctor or the pharmacist should be known about the other products you take. This medication should not be stopped on your own even if you are feeling well. This medication should be taken as per the advice of the doctor and should be stopped after consulting the doctor. If the medication is stopped in between without consulting the doctor then infections can occur and the side effects would occur.
Side effects of Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablet
Before taking this medication, the doctor should be consulted if you have some type of medical condition. Without the consultation of the doctor, side effects may occur with the use of this medication. Following are the side effects that may occur using this medication :
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Headache
- Unusual bleeding
- Kidney or liver problems
Precautions for Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablet
The doctor should be consulted before the use of this medication as the antibiotics which it contains such as norfloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, ofloxacin, etc. can cause allergies to some people. The inactive ingredients can be found in the product through which allergic reactions or other problems can occur. The doctor should know about your medical conditions such as diabetes, heart attack, kidney diseases, liver disease, depression, high blood pressure, etc. before the consumption of this medication.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What to do if I miss a dose?
A. The missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. But if you remember to take the dose at the time of the second dose then don’t take the double dose. Only take the dose that you have missed.
Q. Should the Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablet can be taken in more than the recommended dose?
A. No, the medicine should be taken as per the advice of the doctor. If you try to take the medication according to your choice then it may cause side effects that can be serious. So take the medication as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Can Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablet be taken to cure the cough, cold, or flu?
A. No, as this medication only cures bacterial infections. It doesn’t help to cure the common symptoms of cold, cough, or flu. The doctor should be consulted before the use of this medication. If you take the medicine without the consultation of a doctor then the use of this medication can reduce its efficiency.
