Ciplox TZ Tablet (Ciprofloxacin 500mg / Tinidazole 600mg)

Ciplox TZ Tablet

Ciplox-TZ tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It contains a combination of ciprofloxacin and tinidazole as active ingredients. It is used for the treatment of a wide range of infections caused by bacteria. It is effective for infection of the reproductive tract, tooth, urinary tract, lung, stomach, airways and abdominal infections such as acute diarrhoea or dysentery. It is used to prevent post-surgical infections. Ciplox-TZ tablet works by the combined action of its two ingredients and the growth of infection-causing bacteria. The dose, duration and frequency of taking Ciplox-TZ tablets are decided by your doctor. Always take the medicine as prescribed by the doctor for the prescribed duration. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure and the infection might reoccur.

Uses of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Ciplox-TZ tablet is used to treat infection of the stomach, liver, tooth, pancreas, abdomen, vagina, cervix uterus, urinary tract, lung, throat and airways.
It is also used for the prevention of infection, which may happen after surgery and operation.

Contraindications of Ciplox Tz Tablet

If you are allergic to ciprofloxacin, tinidazole, similar medicines or any ingredient of Ciplox-TZ tablet.
If you have serious blood disease or brain disorders.
If you have a history of serious allergic reactions including allergy of the skin due to any antibiotic.
If you are pregnant (especially during the first trimester) or breastfeeding.
If you are taking a medicine called tizanidine for muscle spasms.

Side effects of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Altered taste
Skin rash and itching

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have liver and kidney diseases
You have watery diarrhoea and black tarry stools, immediately stop the medicine and inform the doctor.
You may experience blood disorder, anaemia and abnormal blood count.
You may experience irregular heartbeat and difficulty in passing urine.
You have diabetes, then the blood glucose may drop when you are on the medicine. You may experience pain, swelling in the joints or tendons, take a rest, stop the medicine and inform the doctor.
You may experience muscle pain and muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis).
You have a history of fits.
You may experience burning, tingling, numbness or pain sensations.

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Mode of Action of Ciplox Tz Tablet

How Does It Work?
Ciplox-TZ tablet works by inhibiting the formation and action of bacterial enzymes responsible for the growth of bacteria which eventually leads to the death of infection-causing bacteria.

Directions for Use of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Ciplox-TZ tablet should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines may affect the way the Ciplox-TZ tablet works or the medicine itself may reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, im…
Ciplox-TZ tablet must be taken at least two hours before taking medicines containing magnesium/aluminium used for acidity, to treat ulcers like sucralfate, a preparation containing zinc and iron and certain anti-HIV drugs like didanosine.
Concomitant use of theophylline (for breathing problem) may lead to serious side effects.
Medicines used to stop blood clotting like warfarin must be used cautiously, it may lead to bleeding problems.
Interactions with food items
Dairy products like milk or yoghurt and calcium-fortified juices should be avoided during the treatment. It may decrease the absorption of this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Store at a temperature below 25°C in a cool dry place.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Ciplox Tz Tablet

Overdose
Overdose symptoms of Ciplox-TZ tablet include headache, tiredness, dizziness, hallucinations and fits. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
It would be best if you never miss your dose of antibiotics as it may lead to treatment failure. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.