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Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CIPROBAY
Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 50.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride

Class: | Fluoroquinolone antibiotic Use: | Treatment of bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and certain types of gastroenteritis Adult dose: | 250 mg to 750 mg every 12 hours depending on the severity and type of infection Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for children under 18 years due to potential effects on cartilage development Side effects: | Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, rash, and potential tendon rupture

Drug Class

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and certain types of gastroenteritis

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15°C to 30°C or 59°F to 86°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bayer Healthcare AG, GERMANY

Package Size

10's Blister

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 50.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

250 mg to 750 mg every 12 hours depending on the severity and type of infection

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for children under 18 years due to potential effects on cartilage development

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, rash, and potential tendon rupture

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or other fluoroquinolones, history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolone use, and concurrent use with tizanidine

Important Warnings

Risk of serious side effects including tendonitis and tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, CNS effects (seizures, increased intracranial pressure), and potential for QT interval prolongation; use with caution in patients with a history of seizures or those on medications that prolong the QT interval.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

BACTALL 250 mg Tablets BACTALL 500 mg Tablets BACTIFLOX 250 mg Tablets BACTIFLOX 500 mg Tablets BACTIFLOX 750 mg Tablets CIFLOX 250 mg Tablets CIFLOX 500 mg Tablets CIFRAN 250 mg Tablets CIFRAN 500 mg Tablets CIFRAN 500 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Fluoroquinolone antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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