Efecip 250mg Suspension 60ml

Efecip 250mg Susp is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, throat, lungs, urinary tract, bone and joint, skin and soft tissues. It contains ciprofloxacin as its active ingredient. Efecip 250mg Susp works by inhibiting the growth and reproduction in bacteria which ultimately kills the bacteria.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor without fail and without missing any dose. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own as this may lead to antibiotic resistance and infection may reoccur. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include headache, dizziness, stomach discomfort, tiredness, shakiness, fits, hallucinations, confusion. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Efecip 250mg Susp , contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

For optimum effect, doses of antibiotics should not be missed. If you missed any dose of Efecip 250mg Susp , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Ciprofloxacin in Efecip 250mg Susp works by blocking DNA enzyme that is responsible for reproducing and repairing of bacterial DNA, thus causing bacteria death and prevents worsening of infection.

Directions for Use

• Take Efecip 250mg Susp as directed by your doctor.
• Read the instructions carefully on the label before using the medicine.
• Shake well before use.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Efecip 250mg Susp during pregnancy?

It is preferred to avoid the use of Efecip 250mg Susp during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, think you maybe pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Efecip 250mg Susp while breastfeeding?

Ciprofloxacin passes into breast milk and due to the potential harm it could cause to the breastfed baby, it should not be used during breastfeeding. You should consult your doctor before using Efecip 250mg Susp during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Efecip 250mg Susp ?

Efecip 250mg Susp may make you feel less alert. This may affect the reaction time, which is crucial for driving, hence it is advised not to use this medicine while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Efecip 250mg Susp ?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Efecip 250mg Susp , However, alcohol is known to worsen the infection, thus you should avoid consuming alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any medical condition or family history of medical condition of liver, kidney, brain, heart or diabetes.
• You have a condition called myasthenia gravis that causes muscle weakness or tendon related disorder.
• You experience any mental health problems or diarrhoea while on treatment with this medicine, immediately contact your doctor.
• You have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (an inherited disorder that affects red blood cells)
• You have problems with your eyesight.
• You experience any sudden severe allergic reaction, pain or swelling in joints and tendinitis, sudden pain in your stomach, back or chest stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor immediately.
• You must avoid being in the sunlight for too long as this medicine may make you more sensitive to sunlight or UV light.
• You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using this medicine while going for a lab test.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to ciprofloxacin or any ingredient of Efecip 250mg Susp
• If you are taking other quinolone medicines like moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin or nalidixic acid
• If you are taking tizanidine (a medicine used to treat muscle spasms).

Side effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Joint pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Efecip 250mg Susp works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Especially if you are taking blood thinners or other medicines to treat your heart problems, mental health problems, gout, acidity, muscle spasms, fits, Parkinson's disease.
• Medicines or dietary supplements that contain calcium, iron, aluminium, magnesium, sevelamer, lanthanum carbonate, antacids or sucralfate. Efecip 250mg Susp should not be taken within two hours of taking this medicine as they reduce the effect of this medicine.
• Other medicines like cyclosporin, metoclopramide, methotrexate, theophylline, sildenafil, zolpidem should be used with caution along with Efecip 250mg Susp .

Interactions with food items

Dietary supplements or mineral-fortified drinks like milk, yogurt, calcium-fortified orange juice should not be taken with Efecip 250mg Susp as they reduce the absorption of this medicine.

Storage and disposal

• Store Efecip 250mg Susp below 30°C, protect if from direct sunlight, heat and moisture
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Efecip 250mg Susp ?

Efecip 250mg Susp is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, stomach, intestines, lungs, bone and joints, urinary tract, skin and the soft tissues.

What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking Efecip 250mg Susp ?

• Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history
• Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney disease
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby
• Efecip 250mg Susp may interact with other medicines, hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products. Also inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine.

Are there any side effects with Efecip 250mg Susp ?

You may experience side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness, joint pain while on treatment with Efecip 250mg Susp