CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP

Overview

CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP is a Schedule H antibiotic.

CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP is composed of: METRONIDAZOLE (125.0 MG), CIPROFLOXACIN (100.0 MG)

Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.

Ciprofloxacin is a flouroquinoline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. It is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Ciprofloxacin is also used to treat people who have been exposed to Anthrax or certain types of plague. Fluoroquinolone antibiotic can cause serious or disabling side effects. Ciprofloxacin should be used only for infections that cannot be treated with a safer antibiotic.

Usage

METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin Infection

CIPROFLOXACIN is generally used to treat: Anthrax, Plague, Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve, brain, Crohn�s disease, liver impairment, seizures, heart disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.

Avoid excess dosage. You should not use ciprofloxacin if you are also taking Tizanide. You may not be able to use ciprofloxacin if you have a muscle disorder. Tell your doctor if you have a history of myasthenia gravis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
CIPROFLOXACIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Skin Rash, Hives, Agitation, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Eyes Pain, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose
CIPROFLOXACIN : Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Fainting, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Eyes Blurred Vision

Serious Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head Headache
CIPROFLOXACIN : Diarrhoea, Fever, Throat Soreness, Nausea, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)
CIPROFLOXACIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Dizziness, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

CIPROFLOXACIN can interfere with: Myasthenia Gravis, Heart Arrhythmias, Hypokalemia, Magnesium Deficiency, Congestive Heart Disease, Supraspinatus Tendonitis, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Diabetes Mellitus, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:

• AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
• MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

CIPROFLOXACIN is categorized as: QUINOLONES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SUSP	INR 26.46 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	METRONIDAZOLE 125.0 MG, CIPROFLOXACIN 100.0 MG
CIPROGYL 100MG/125MG SYP	INR 40.3 for 30 ML SYRUP	METRONIDAZOLE 125.0 MG, CIPROFLOXACIN 100.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

TROPENOR 125MG/100MG SUSP

INR 30.47 for 30 ML SUSPENSION

CIPROFLOXACIN 125.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 100.0 MG