Hiflox-100 Suspension

Composition of Hiflox-100 Suspension

Hiflox-100 Suspension contains Ciprofloxacin 100 mg/5 ml oral suspension (commonly); exact strength to be confirmed from pack label. It belongs to the Fluoroquinolone antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Hiflox-100 Suspension

• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections
• gastrointestinal infections (including typhoid/enteric fever)
• respiratory tract infections
• skin/soft tissue infections
• and other infections as prescribed

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible bacterial infections
• Helps in UTI management
• Useful in enteric fever/typhoid when prescribed
• Reduces infection-related fever and symptoms
• Convenient liquid formulation for children (as prescribed)

How Hiflox-100 Suspension works

Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV enzymes, blocking bacterial DNA replication and repair.

How to take Hiflox-100 Suspension

Oral suspension: shake well before use. Measure dose with a calibrated spoon/cup as prescribed by the doctor; may be taken with or without food, but avoid taking with milk/dairy, calcium/iron/antacid preparations close to the dose. Complete the full course even if symptoms improve.

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

Take the missed dose of Hiflox-100 as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Hiflox-100 than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Hiflox-100 Suspension

Most side effects of Hiflox-100 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• headache
• dizziness
• rash
• taste disturbance

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Hiflox-100 Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antibiotic; use only for bacterial infections. Risk of tendonitis/tendon rupture (higher in elderly, steroid users), peripheral neuropathy, CNS effects (seizures, confusion), QT prolongation, severe allergy and C. difficile-associated diarrhoea. Use with caution in kidney disease, epilepsy/seizure disorders, myasthenia gravis, and in children (only when benefits outweigh risks). Avoid unnecessary sun exposure (photosensitivity). Do not stop early; avoid self-medication.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids or supplements containing aluminium/magnesium/calcium/iron/zinc (reduced absorption), sucralfate (reduced absorption), theophylline (increased levels/toxicity), warfarin (increased bleeding risk), tizanidine (contraindicated—marked hypotension/sedation), QT-prolonging drugs (additive risk), steroids (increased tendon risk), NSAIDs (may increase CNS stimulation/seizure risk)

How to store Hiflox-100 Suspension

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keep bottle tightly closed; do not freeze. Follow label for in-use shelf life after reconstitution (if supplied as dry syrup).

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

HIBISCUS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVA

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Fluoroquinolone antibiotic