cefobang 1.5gm injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is cefobang 1.5gm injection used for?
Alcipro (Ciprofloxacin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Ciprofloxacin (1.5gm), which Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication a. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin
- Manufacturer: Canvarzys Healthcare Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cefobang 1.5gm injection Uses & Benefits
Urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, bone and joint infections, gastrointestinal infections, septicemia.
Off-label uses: Anthrax prophylaxis, Typhoid fever, Brucellosis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ciprofloxacin |
| Brand Name | Alcipro |
| Manufacturer | Canvarzys Healthcare Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| Route of Administration | Intravenous infusion |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC; protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cefobang 1.5gm injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cefobang 1.5gm injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Tendon rupture
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Seizures
- QT prolongation
- Clostridium difficile colitis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Photosensitivity
- Hepatotoxicity
- Nephrotoxicity
- Hemolytic anemia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Tizanidine | Major | Hypotension, sedation |
| Theophylline | Major | Increased theophylline levels, toxicity |
| Caffeine | Major | Increased caffeine levels, CNS stimulation |
| Duloxetine | Major | Increased duloxetine levels, serotonin syndrome risk |
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | Increased cyclosporine levels, nephrotoxicity |
| Methotrexate | Moderate | Increased methotrexate levels, toxicity |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Altered phenytoin levels |
| Ropinirole | Moderate | Increased ropinirole levels |
| Clozapine | Moderate | Increased clozapine levels |
| Probenecid | Minor | Decreased renal clearance of ciprofloxacin |
| Metformin | Minor | Possible increased metformin effect |
| Omeprazole | Minor | Decreased absorption of ciprofloxacin |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Tizanidine
- Theophylline
- Caffeine
- Duloxetine
โก Moderate Interactions
- Cyclosporine
- Methotrexate
- Phenytoin
- Ropinirole
- Clozapine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Probenecid
- Metformin
- Omeprazole
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Dairy products, Calcium-fortified juices, Antacids containing magnesium or aluminum
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction but may increase CNS side effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or quinolones; concomitant use with tizanidine.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, blood counts, signs of tendonitis or CNS effects.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may remove small amounts.
โฐ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as possible; do not double dose.