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Alcipro 500
Ciprofloxacin (500mg)
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Alcipro 500 is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
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Key details
Salt: Ciprofloxacin (500mg)
Available variants: NA 10`S
Price: ₹38
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALKEM LAB
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Composition of Alcipro 500
Alcipro 500 contains Ciprofloxacin (500mg). It belongs to the Fluoroquinolone class of medicines.
Uses of Alcipro 500
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Benefits of Alcipro 500
- In Bacterial infection
- Alcipro kills bacteria by stopping them copying their DNA, treating infections that have not responded to, or are not suitable for, other antibiotics.
- In Urinary infection
- Alcipro clears bacteria from the bladder and kidneys, relieving burning, frequency and pain.
- In Chest infection
- Alcipro treats bacterial chest infections, easing the cough, fever and breathlessness as the infection clears.
- In Gut infection
- Alcipro treats bacterial infections of the gut that cause severe or persistent diarrhoea, particularly when travelling.
How Alcipro 500 works
Alcipro 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.
How to take Alcipro 500
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alcipro 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Avoid Alcipro 500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Alcipro 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause kidney injury, fits and heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Alcipro 500
Most side effects of Alcipro are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Loose motions
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleep disturbance
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Alcipro 500
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Stop and contact your doctor at once if you develop pain, swelling or tenderness in a tendon — the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle in particular. This group can damage tendons, and the risk is higher in older people and with steroids. Report any new numbness, tingling or burning in the hands or feet promptly. Tell your doctor about any change in mood, confusion or agitation. Avoid strong sunlight and use sun protection — this group makes the skin burn more easily. Finish the whole course; this group is heavily associated with antibiotic resistance and should be used only when prescribed.
Do not take Alcipro if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Generally avoided in children and adolescents, in pregnancy, and in anyone with a history of tendon problems with these antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron, zinc, calcium and milk markedly reduce absorption — separate them by at least two hours. Tell your doctor if you take steroids, a blood thinner or a medicine for heart rhythm.
How to store Alcipro 500
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Alcipro 500
- Your doctor has prescribed Alcipro 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Alcipro 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete.
- Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Fluoroquinolone
- Chemical class:
- Fluoroquinolone
Substitutes for Alcipro 500
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Ciprofloxacin (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Alcipro 500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cifran 500 TabletSUN PHARMA 2 | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹45 | 18% more |
| Ciprokem 500 Tablet | tablet · 1X10 | ₹45 | 18% more |
| Cipronir 500 mg Tablet [blister] | tablet · 10 | ₹45 | 18% more |
| Ceflox 500 mg Tablet [w] | tablet · 1X10 | ₹45 | 18% more |
| Ciprowin 500 mg Tablet | tablet · 1X10 | ₹47 | 24% more |
| Floxip 500 mg Tablet | tablet · 1X10 | ₹47 | 24% more |
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Alcipro 500 FAQs
What is Alcipro 500 used for?
Alcipro 500 is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Alcipro 500?
Bacterial infection: Alcipro kills bacteria by stopping them copying their DNA, treating infections that have not responded to, or are not suitable for, other antibiotics. It is also used for urinary infection, chest infection, gut infection.
What is the salt in Alcipro 500?
Alcipro 500 contains Ciprofloxacin (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Alcipro 500?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Alcipro 500 work?
Alcipro 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic.
Is Alcipro 500 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Alcipro 500 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Alcipro 500?
The side effects reported most often with Alcipro are Nausea, Loose motions, Headache, Dizziness, Sleep disturbance. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Alcipro 500 be taken during pregnancy?
Alcipro 500 is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Alcipro.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Alcipro 500?
Limit alcohol while taking Alcipro 500; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Alcipro 500?
If you miss a dose of Alcipro 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Alcipro 500 habit forming?
No. Alcipro 500 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Alcipro 500 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Alcipro 500 starts at ₹38 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Alcipro 500?
Alcipro 500 is manufactured by ALKEM LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Alcipro 500 delivered?
Alcipro 500 is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Alcipro 500, Quick facts
- Salt
- Ciprofloxacin (500mg)
- Price
- ₹38
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ALKEM LAB
- Manufacturer
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Fluoroquinolone
- Chemical class
- Fluoroquinolone
- Action class
- Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Alcipro 500.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.