LT-Ciprofloxacin

LT-Ciprofloxacin 500mg TAB

USES

This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. LT-Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs called quinolone antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

HOW TO USE

Read the medication leaflet and the patient information guide provided byyour pharmacist before you start taking LT-Ciprofloxacin. lf you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice a day in the morning and evening. The tablet may have a bitter taste if you split, chew, or crush it before taking it. Swallow the whole tablet. The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking other products that may bind to it, decreasing its effectiveness. Some examples include: quinapril, sucralfate, vitamins/minerals (including iron and zinc supplements). Calcium-rich foods, including dairy products (such as milk, yogurt) or calcium-enriched juice, can decrease the effectiveness of this medication. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after eating calcium-rich food.

WARNING

Quinolone antibiotics (including ciprofloxacinl may cause serious and possibly tendon damage (such as tendinitis, tendon rupture). Get medical help right away if you have any of the following symptoms: pain/numbness/burning /weakness in your arms/hands/legs feet. Your risk for tendon problems is greater if you are over 60 years of age, if you are taking corticosteroids such as prednisone), if you have a kidney, heart or lung transplant.

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