Ciproshell 250
Chemical Composition: Each film-coated tablet contains: Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride IP equivalent to Ciprofloxacin 250mg
Packaging: Blister
Pack Size: 20 x 10 tablets
MODE OF ADMINISTRATION: For Oral Use Only.
Product Description: Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as flu, Common cold). It kills and stops further growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
Pharmacological Actions:
Ciprofloxacin works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
USES: This drug is used to treat bacterial infections, such as-
• Community acquired pneumonia
• Bronchitis
• Cystitis
• Prostatitis
• Gonococcal infection
• Joint infection
• Pneumonia with cystic fibrosis
• Pyelonephriits
• Inhalation Anthrax
• Plague
Side Effects:
Common side effects are-
1. Headache
2. Dizziness
3. Nausea
4. Vomiting
5. Abdominal pain
6. Diarrhea
7. Joint pain
HOW TO USE?
Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. Take with or without food.
DISCLAIMER: To be taken only after consulting with the doctor.
DOSAGE: As directed by the physician.
STORAGE: Store below 30˚C. Protect from light. Keep out of reach of children.