Generic Cipro

Description

Active Ingredient

The main active component in this medicine is Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride, which is the hydrochloride salt form of ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone related to nalidixic acid with antibacterial activity. This component exerts its bactericidal effect by interfering with the bacterial DNA gyrase, thereby inhibiting DNA synthesis and preventing bacterial cell growth.

Indications

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Cipro belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It should not be used to treat viral infections like the common cold, or flu. Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Action Mechanism

This given antibiotic works by stopping the multiplication of bacteria by inhibiting the reproduction and repair of their genetic material. The FDA approved ciprofloxacin in October 1987.

Side Effects

• Vomiting
• Stomach Pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

Interactions

• Rasagiline
• Selegiline
• Tizanidine
• Strontium Chloride

Dosages

This antibiotic medicine is available for oral consumption and in dosage as mentioned below:

• 250 mg: Take this medication with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually twice a day in the morning and evening
• 500 mg: It is to be consumed once or twice a day as prescribed by the doctor

Note

This medicine shall be taken at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after eating calcium-rich foods.