Cifran Ct Tablet

Description:

Cifran Ct Tablet is an antibiotic that is a member of the quinolone family of medicines. It is effective in treating infections that are caused by bacteria. Cifran Ct Tablet is used to treat patients with bacterial infections such as pneumonia, anthrax, syphilis, gonorrhea, bronchitis, gastroenteritis and plague. This antibiotic is also used to fight against infections of the throat, skin, ears, nose, sinus, bones, respiratory system and urinary tract.

Cifran Ct Tablet inhibits the regular synthesis of bacterial DNA, obstructing the process of their cell division. Therefore, it destroys the existing bacteria that are causing the infection, and it inhibits the growth of new bacteria.

Cifran Ct Tablet is an anti-biotic, which is a member of the fluoroquinolone family. It helps fight against infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections including pneumonia, respiratory or urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, anthrax, gastroenteritis as well as infections of the sinus, bones, skin and joints. It is also effective in treating septicemic plague.

Cifran Ct Tablet works by destroying the existing bacteria, that cause infections, from within the body and preventing the growth of new bacteria. The regular synthesis of DNA requires the presence of enzymes of bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Cifran Ct Tablet inhibits the activity of DNA gyrase, thus preventing DNA relaxation, encouraging the damage of double stranded DNA and inhibiting the cell division of bacteria. In this way, Cifran Ct Tablet is efficient in fighting against bacterial infections within the body.

Cifran Ct Tablet is available in many forms such as tablets, oral solution, ophthalmic ointment and a solution that can be injected. It is important to read the label of this medicine and follow the exact guidelines of the doctor’s prescription. Do not take an extra pill to make up for a missed dose, if you forget to take a dose. Instead, just continue with the next dose.

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause a few common side effects like headaches, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, mouth sores, heartburn and fatigue. Consult your doctor, if you notice any of these side effects. Some of the major side effects that can occur in rare cases include loss of consciousness, irregular heartbeats, difficulty breathing, muscle aches, liver dysfunction, increased risk of tendonitis and severe rashes. If you detect any of the symptoms mentioned above, you must seek immediate medical attention. If you are allergic to Cifran Ct Tablet, you will experience rashes, hives, breathing problems, swelling of the throat, tongue, face or limbs and itchiness. If you notice these symptoms, it is advisable to stop taking this medicine immediately and contact your doctor.

In some cases, patients having certain disorders, who take this antibiotic, are more susceptible to its side effects. Therefore, before starting a prescription of this medicine, you should consult the doctor if you are allergic to Cifran Ct Tablet, blood disorders, conditions of the heart and low levels of magnesium in the blood. Children and pregnant women should exercise caution before taking this medication. Although this antibiotic does treat infections, it does not treat infections like influenza, cold and viral infections.

Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Uses:

•  Erosive Esophagitis

Cifran Ct Tablet is used in the treatment of severe ulcers caused by chronic acidity.

•  Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease

Cifran Ct Tablet is used in the treatment of a reflux disease where acid from the stomach and bile irritates the food pipe.

•  Helicobacter pylori Infection

Cifran Ct Tablet is used to treat Helicobacter Pylori infection in combination with other drugs.

•  Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

Cifran Ct Tablet is used to treat a condition where excessive amount of acid is produced in the stomach due to tumors in the small intestine.

•  Other forms of Ulcers

Cifran Ct Tablet is also used to treat ulcers in the stomach (Gastric) and small intestines (Duodenal). It is also used to prevent ulcers caused due to stress.

Side Effects:

In addition to its intended effect, Cifran Ct Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

•  Headache- Moderate Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause headache and dizziness especially in pediatric patients and patients on triple therapy.

•  Altered sense of taste- Moderate Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause altered taste. The most common is metallic or bitter taste.

•  Running Nose and Cough- Moderate Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause running nose, cough, blocked nose, breathing difficulties.

•  Diarrhea- Moderate Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause stomach discomforts including diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence etc.

•  Nausea or Vomiting- Moderate Less Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause nausea or vomiting.

•  Unusual tiredness and weakness- Minor Less Common

Cifran Ct Tablet on long term usage can cause tiredness and weakness along with muscle pain and occasional cramps.

•  Skin Rash- Major Less Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause skin rashes and Pruritis like symptoms.

•  Anorexia- Moderate Less Common

Cifran Ct Tablet can cause severe loss of appetite resulting in under-nourishment.

•  Injection site Thrombophlebitis- Minor Common

Cifran Ct Tablet injections can cause veins under the skin to swell. This effect is present only at the site of injection.