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Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic used for treating certain bacterial infections. It belongs to the class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones. It is available in both tablet and suspension(liquid ) form for treating various diseases.
Ciproflaxine
Cipro, Cipro XR, Proquin XR
The drug acts by inhibiting multiplication of bacteria by stopping the reproduction and repair of their genetic material or (DNA). Ciproflaxine drug is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic which kills sensitive bacteria. The drug works by stopping the production of essential proteins required by the bacteria to survive.
The dosage is determined on the basis of the severity of infection, type of infecting organism and age, weight and renal function of the patient. The ciproflaxine tablet and suspension are usually taken twice a day, with or without food, preferably in the morning and evening. Do not stop taking ciprofloxacin unless and until you experience the severe side effects.
The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in different ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are often associated with the drug:
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