Ciplox TZ Tablet contains ciprofloxacin and tinidazole and is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and gastrointestinal infections as well as parasitic infections including trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and amebiasis. It has potential side effects from its components like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The document provides dosage and safety information for use of Ciplox TZ Tablet during pregnancy.
2. Drug Information
Manufactured By - Cipla Ltd.
Packing - 10 tablets in 1 strip
Composition - Ciprofloxacin (500mg)
Tinidazole (600mg)
Salt Information – Ciprofloxacin &
Tinidazole
3. Why Ciplox TZ Tablet is Prescribed?
Ciplox TZ Tablet
Ciplox TZ Tablet is prepared with the combination
of Ciprofloxacin, Tinidazole, hence the effect of Ciplox TZ Tablet is a
combination of properties of above composition.
Ciprofloxacin is prescribed for
This medicine is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic ,prescribed for certain types
of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract ,skin ,bones and
joint infections. It is also used to treat gastrointestinal infections.
Tinidazole is prescribed for
This medicine is a hostile to parasitic endorsed for trichomoniasis,
giardiasis, bacterial vaginosis and amebiasis.It works by killing sensitive
parasites and microscopic organisms.
4. Ciplox TZ Tablet Uses
Ciplox TZ Tablet is highly used
Typical usage of Ciprofloxacin
Urinary tract infections, Gonorrhoea,Chancroid,Bacterial
Gastroenteritis,Typhoid,Bone ,soft tissue, gynaecological and wound
infections.Respiratory infections,Tuberculosis,Gram-negative septicaemias,
Meningitis,Prophylaxis, Conjunctivitis.
Typical usage of Tinidazole
Abdominal surgery prophylaxis, acutes leukemia,, amoebiasis anaerobic
infections, giardiasis,NSAID-associated ulceration, prophylaxis of acid aspiration
in obstetric patients, trichomoniasis, upper gastrointestinal and breast cancer.
5. Ciplox TZ Tablet Dosage
Below are the dosage information for Ciplox TZ Tablet-
Dosage of Ciprofloxacin
Adult- Oral- The recommended dose range is 250 to 750mg/day in divided
doses.
Dosage of Tinidazole
Amoebiasis: Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2gm once daily for 3 days.
Child- PO- The recommended dose is 30 to 50 mg/kg/day. Trichomoniasis
Giardiasis Bacterial Vaginosis- Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2gm as a
single dose.
6. Ciplox TZ Tablet Side-effects
Below are Side-effects of Ciplox TZ Tablet:
Side effects of Ciprofloxacin
Pseudomembranous, colitis ,hearing loss ,seizures ,stevens-johnson syndrome,
acute renal failure ,fulminant, hepatic failure, dizziness ,headache ,nausea,
vomiting ,diarrhea ,tachycardia ,nervousness, termors, rashes ,urticaria, pruritus
,photosensitivity, elevation of liver enzymes.
Side effects of Tinidazole
Hypotension, dyspnea, bronchospasm, facial edema, laryngeal
edema, headache, nausea, vomiting, urticaria, thrombophlebitis, & metallic
taste.
7. Ciplox TZ Tablet Use During
Pregnancy
Use of Ciplox TZ Tablet During Pregnancy:
Ciplox TZ Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are
limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be
acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Safety Information of Ciprofloxacin
Category C:Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and
there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may
warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Pregnancy Safety Information of Tinidazole
Category C:Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and
there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may
warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
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