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Oracip 250mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Oracip 250mg Tablet is a product of Mercury Laboratories Ltd

Composition: Ciprofloxacin (250mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 23.14

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All Details About Oracip 250mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Oracip 250mg Tablet

Description:

Oracip 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by killing and stopping the growth of the infectious microorganisms.

Oracip 250mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Ordinary side effects include headache, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disorder such as nausea. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.



You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Limitedly, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oracip 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Oracip 250mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Oracip

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Gastrointestinal disorder
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Oracip 250mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Oracip 250mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Oracip 250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Oracip 250mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Oracip 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Oracip 250mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Oracip 250mg Tablet safe?

Oracip 250mg Tablet is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.

Can the use of Oracip 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, the use of Oracip 250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can I stop taking Oracip 250mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Oracip 250mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Oracip 250mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Affirmative, use of Oracip 250mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Oracip 250mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Can I take Oracip 250mg Tablet with paracetamol?

Oracip 250mg Tablet is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Communicate to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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