ciprowin 100mg infusion
What is ciprowin 100mg infusion used for?
This medicine contains Ciprofloxacin (100mg) and is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription.. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin
- Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category C
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 ciprowin 100mg infusion 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
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ciprofloxacin |
| Brand Name | Alcipro |
| Manufacturer | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| Route of Administration | Intravenous infusion |
| Storage | Store at 20-25°C; protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take ciprowin 100mg infusion
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of ciprowin 100mg infusion
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| 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 |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Tizanidine
- Theophylline
- Caffeine
- Duloxetine
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Cyclosporine
- Methotrexate
- Phenytoin
- Ropinirole
- Clozapine
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction but may increase CNS side effects.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or quinolones; concomitant use with tizanidine.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Use with caution; excreted in breast milk.
💊 Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may remove small amounts.
⏰ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as possible; do not double dose.
🔄 Substitutes for ciprowin 100mg infusion
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quilox 100mg tabletHamax Pharmaceuticals ₹13.50 35% CHEAPER
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ciproj 100mg tabletJarson Pharmaceuticals ₹14.40 30.7% CHEAPER
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floxip 100mg infusionAbbott ₹16.76 19.3% CHEAPER
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ciplox 100mg tabletCipla Ltd ₹21.89 5.3% COSTLIER
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cifran 100 tabletSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd ₹25.20 21.3% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.