Newcip 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 14.00 (30's pack: ৳ 420.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ciprofloxacin |
| Company | Bengal drugs ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of single infection or mixed infections
- Indicated for infections caused by resistant organisms
- Urinary tract infections
- Respiratory tract infections
- Gastrointestinal infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Bone and joint infections
- Pelvic infections
- Eye, ear, nose, and throat infections
- Gonorrhea treatment
Pharmacology
- Synthetic quinolone anti-infective agent
- Broad spectrum of activity
- Active against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria
- Bactericidal action through interference with DNA gyrase
- Rapid and well absorption from the gastrointestinal tract
- Widely distributed into body tissues and fluids
- Approximately 3.5 hours half-life
- Excretion in the urine
Dosage
- Dosage determined by severity, type of infection, and patient factors
- Dosage range for adults: 100-750 mg twice daily
- Specific dosages for different types of infections
- Dosage adjustment for impaired renal function
- No dosage adjustment for the elderly
- Cautious use in adolescents and children
- Treatment duration based on infection severity
- Different dosages for extended-release tablets and IV infusion
Administration
- Instruction for IV infusion administration
- Inspection and preparation of the IV solution
- Regulating rate of administration
Interaction
- Avoid concurrent use with specific antacids and products containing certain minerals
- Precaution with milk and dairy products
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ciprofloxacin or quinolones
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system disturbances
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Joint pain
- Photosensitivity
- Elevation in liver enzymes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Lack of evidence for teratogenicity, fertility impairment, or peri/post natal development
- Potential risk of arthropathy in immature animals
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Not recommended for nursing mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with CNS disorders
- Guidelines for administration with or without meals
- Precaution with specific antacids and dairy products
Use in Special Populations
- Not a drug of first choice in the pediatric population
Overdose Effects
- Potential effects on seizures, hallucinations, renal and hepatic impairment
Therapeutic Class
- 4-Quinolone preparations
- Anti-diarrheal antimicrobial drugs
Storage Conditions
- Storage below 30°C temperature
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children