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Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is prescribed to treat various types of respiratory infections. It treats the infection and prevents further infections by acting against the microorganisms. It also dilutes the thick mucus (phlegm) for easy cough out.

Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet1 and Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet2.

Uses of Ciprolet XL Tablet

  • Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Benefits of Ciprolet XL Tablet

In Treatment of Respiratory tract infection

Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet helps treat respiratory tract infection by killing the bacteria causing infection. It also helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This reduces congestion or stuffiness and helps in easy breathing. This medicine usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to feel better.

Side effects of Ciprolet XL Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ciprolet XL

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Ciprolet XL Tablet

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. Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.

How Ciprolet XL Tablet works

Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ciprofloxacin and Ambroxol which treat respiratory tract infection associated with excessive mucus (phlegm). Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Addition of Ambroxol enhances the antibacterial effect of Ciprofloxacin.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Ciprolet XL Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg 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.

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Quick tips

  • Take it at the same time every day either with or without food.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Discontinue Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg 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.
  • Do not use Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet for more than 14 days, without your doctor’s advice.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

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Nose in close Cold chest flue a
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
Can't prescribe without proper clinical examination. It can be upper respiratory tract infection or lower respiratory tract infection
Cough problem and body pain also headache
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
It can be viral infection or respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT specialist
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FAQs

What if I don't get better after using Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I miss my dose?

Take Ciprolet XL 500 mg/600 mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Ciprofloxacin. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Ambroxol. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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