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Acucip 0.2% Injection is an antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It kills the bacteria that cause these infections and is used to treat respiratory tract infections, ear infections, sinus infections, urinary tract infections, genital tract infections, gastrointestinal tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and bone and joint infections. Additionally, it is used to prevent and treat anthrax after suspected or confirmed exposure and as initial treatment for patients with febrile neutropenia.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

CIPROFLOXACIN-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aculife Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Acucip 0.2% Injection

Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the respiratory tract, ear, sinuses, urinary tract, genital tract, gastrointestinal tract, abdomen, bones, joints, skin, and soft tissues. It is also used to prevent or treat anthrax after suspected exposure and as initial treatment for patients with febrile neutropenia (a fever caused by a low white blood cell count).

Acucip 0.2% Injection contains Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic with bactericidal properties. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell division and interfering with their ability to repair themselves. Thereby, Acucip 0.2% Injection kills the bacteria and clears the infection.

Acucip 0.2% Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer it. Acucip 0.2% Injection may cause side effects such as injection site reactions, nausea, headache, diarrhoea, vomiting, restlessness, and rash. Please consult your doctor if any side effects persist or worsen.

Do not use Acucip 0.2% Injection if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or other quinolone/fluoroquinolone antibiotics. Inform your doctor before receiving Acucip 0.2% Injection if you have irregular heart rhythm (QT prolongation), central nervous system disorders, or hypokalaemia (low blood potassium levels). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding before starting treatment.

Uses of Acucip 0.2% Injection

Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Acucip 0.2% Injection are as follows:

  • Respiratory tract infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat lung and airway infections, such as pneumonia and bronchitis, caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Ear and sinus infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is effective against otitis media and acute bacterial sinusitis.
  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat both uncomplicated and complicated UTIs, including pyelonephritis (kidney infection).
  • Genital tract infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat prostatitis, urethritis, and pelvic inflammatory disease caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Gastrointestinal infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is commonly prescribed for infectious diarrhoea and typhoid fever caused by susceptible bacteria.
  • Intra-abdominal infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is used in combination with other antimicrobial agents to treat complicated abdominal infections, such as peritonitis.
  • Skin and soft tissue infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to kill bacteria causing cellulitis, wound infections, and abscesses.
  • Bone and joint infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is effective for the treatment of osteomyelitis and septic arthritis.
  • Other infections: Acucip 0.2% Injection is also used to prevent or treat anthrax after suspected exposure and as empirical therapy for patients with febrile neutropenia.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of Acucip 0.2% Injection to ensure its safe and effective use.
  • Acucip 0.2% Injection will be administered by your doctor or a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer it.

Key Benefits

Acucip 0.2% Injection offers the following medicinal benefits:

  • Treats a wide range of bacterial infections affecting different parts of the body.
  • Inhibits bacterial cell division and interferes with their ability to repair themselves, thereby killing the bacteria and clearing the infection.
  • Effective in treating infections of the lungs and airways, bones, joints, urinary tract, kidneys, and reproductive system.
  • Helps manage conditions such as infectious diarrhoea, typhoid fever, and intra-abdominal bacterial infections.
  • Helps treat and prevent bacterial skin and soft-tissue infections, including infected wounds, cellulitis, and abscesses.
  • Helps prevent or treat anthrax following suspected or confirmed exposure.
  • Used as first-line therapy for patients with febrile neutropenia (a fever caused by a low white blood cell count).

How Acucip 0.2% Injection Works

Acucip 0.2% Injection contains Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic with bactericidal properties. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell division and interfering with their ability to repair themselves. Thereby, Acucip 0.2% Injection kills the bacteria and clears the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Acucip 0.2% Injection

Acucip 0.2% Injection is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. However, if you suspect you have received an overdose or notice any unusual symptoms, please inform your doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use Acucip 0.2% Injection if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or to other quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
  • Before receiving Acucip 0.2% Injection , inform your doctor if you have heart disease, peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), electrolyte imbalances, muscle weakness, seizures, low blood sugar, low blood potassium levels, joint problems, or central nervous system disorders.
  • Consult your doctor before receiving Acucip 0.2% Injection if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.
  • Children under 18 years of age are at a higher risk of developing bone, tendon, or joint problems while taking Acucip 0.2% Injection ; therefore, it should not be used as a first-line treatment in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CiprofloxacinMesoridazine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Coadministration of sotalol together with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sotalol with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CiprofloxacinMesoridazine
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How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Using Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Mesoridazine can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Mesoridazine is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
When Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml is taken with Pimozide, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Pimozide is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Coadministration of Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Ziprasidone is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CiprofloxacinQuinidine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
When Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml is taken with Quinidine, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Quinidine is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Combining Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Thioridazine can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Thioridazine is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
CiprofloxacinProcainamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Using Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Procainamide can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Procainamide is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Taking Amiodarone and Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml may significantly increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amiodarone with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
When Dronedarone is taken with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml, it can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm. If you suffer from any cardiac conditions, or electrolyte disturbances (such as magnesium or potassium deficiency brought on by severe or prolonged diarrhea or vomiting), you may be at higher risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml with Dronedarone is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml:
Coadministration of Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml and Tizanidine together can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Acucip 0.2% Injection 100 ml and Tizanidine together is avoided, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, weakness, sweating, or palpitations contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Gut health:

  • Take probiotic foods after completing the antibiotic course to restore healthy gut bacteria.
  • Consume fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi.
  • Probiotics can help reduce the risk of diarrhoea after antibiotic use.

Dietary choices:

  • Eat fibre-rich foods to support digestion and gut balance.
  • Include whole grains, fruit, legumes, nuts, seeds, and vegetables in your diet to support gut health and immunity.

Hydration:

  • Drink plenty of water or other fluids daily to flush out toxins and support recovery.

Lifestyle measures:

  • Do not consume alcohol, as it can dehydrate the body, disturb sleep, and weaken immunity.
  • Ensure adequate sleep to strengthen the immune system.
  • Avoid overexertion and stress to allow the body to focus on fighting infection.
  • Wash hands frequently and keep wounds clean and covered to prevent the spread of infection.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]
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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown if alcohol affects Acucip 0.2% Injection . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor before receiving Acucip 0.2% Injection if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Acucip 0.2% Injection and for 2 days after the last dose.

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Driving

Caution

Acucip 0.2% Injection may make you restless and lightheaded. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Caution is advised if you have a history of liver problems. Regular monitoring of liver function is advised, and if signs and symptoms of hepatitis (liver inflammation) develop, treatment should be discontinued immediately.

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Kidney

Caution

Acucip 0.2% Injection should be used with caution if you have a history of kidney diseases. Your doctor may need to adjust the dosage.

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Children

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Acucip 0.2% Injection in children.

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Heart

Caution

Acucip 0.2% Injection should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, please consult your doctor before using Acucip 0.2% Injection .

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Geriatrics

Caution

Acucip 0.2% Injection should be used with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. It is important to consult a healthcare professional before use.

FAQs

Acucip 0.2% Injection is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the respiratory tract, ear, sinuses, urinary tract, genital tract, gastrointestinal tract, abdomen, bones, joints, skin, and soft tissues. It is also used to prevent or treat anthrax after suspected exposure and as initial treatment for patients with febrile neutropenia (a fever caused by a low white blood cell count).

Acucip 0.2% Injection contains Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic with bactericidal properties. It works by stopping bacterial cells from dividing and interfering with their ability to repair themselves. Thereby, Acucip 0.2% Injection kills the bacteria and clears the infection.

No, Acucip 0.2% Injection should not be taken along with dairy products as they might affect the absorption and efficacy of Acucip 0.2% Injection .

Acucip 0.2% Injection should not be taken along with tizanidine (skeletal muscle relaxants). If you use tizanidine, notify your doctor.

Acucip 0.2% Injection can make your skin sensitive to the sun (photosensitivity). As a result, extended exposure to sunlight or UV light should be avoided. Wear protective clothing and sunscreen before heading out.

No. Acucip 0.2% Injection is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not against viral infections such as cough, cold and flu.

Acucip 0.2% Injection may cause diarrhoea. Drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration or excessive fluid loss from the body. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Commerce House-V, Besides Vodafone House, Prahlad Nagar Corporate Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380051
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