Exocit Xr Tablets
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Product Description
Product Name: Exocit Xr Tablets
Product Form: Tablets
Pack Size: 30's
Manufactured By: Cipla Pharmaceuticals
Used For:
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Including complicated and uncomplicated UTIs.
- Bacterial Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland caused by bacterial infection.
- Acute uncomplicated pyelonephritis: Infection of the kidney.
- Skin and soft tissue infections: Caused by certain bacteria.
- Bone and joint infections: Such as osteomyelitis.
- Infectious diarrhea: Caused by bacteria like E. coli and Shigella.
- Respiratory tract infections: Such as bronchitis or pneumonia.
Side Effects:
Common side effects include:
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Headache
- Rash or itching
- Stomach pain
More serious side effects (less common):
- Tendon rupture or inflammation: Especially in older adults or those taking corticosteroids.
- Peripheral neuropathy: Nerve damage, causing tingling or numbness.
- Seizures: Rare, but possible in people with certain risk factors.
- Severe allergic reactions: Swelling of the face, throat, or difficulty breathing (rare).
- C. difficile infection: Risk of severe diarrhea due to a bacterial overgrowth in the intestines.
Precautions:
- Tendonitis/Tendon rupture: Ciprofloxacin may increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture, particularly in older adults or those on corticosteroids.
- Allergic reactions: Inform your doctor if you're allergic to ciprofloxacin, other quinolones, or any other medications.
- Heart conditions: Use with caution if you have a history of QT prolongation (a heart rhythm disorder).
- Kidney or liver impairment: Dose adjustments may be necessary in those with kidney or liver issues.
- Sun sensitivity: Ciprofloxacin may increase your skin’s sensitivity to sunlight, so avoid prolonged sun exposure or tanning beds.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not typically recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
- Drug interactions: Ciprofloxacin may interact with other medications, including blood thinners (like warfarin), and antacids (containing calcium, magnesium, or aluminum), which can reduce the absorption of the antibiotic.