Product Overview
• Fluoroquinolone antibiotic containing ciprofloxacin 500 mg • Broad-spectrum treatment for bacterial infections • Film-coated tablets for adults and adolescents over 18 years • Effective against urinary tract, respiratory, skin, and gastrointestinal infections • Pack contains 10 tablets
Product Description
Emicipro 500 mg Tablets contain ciprofloxacin, a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription. It is indicated for complicated urinary tract infections (UTIs), acute pyelonephritis, chronic bacterial prostatitis, lower respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, pneumonia), skin/soft tissue infections, bone/joint infections, intra-abdominal infections, and infectious diarrhea. Provides twice-daily dosing with excellent tissue penetration, including into prostate and bone. Bactericidal against Gram-negative (E. coli, Pseudomonas) and some Gram-positive organisms. Benefits • Rapidly treats complicated UTIs and pyelonephritis • Effective against resistant Gram-negative bacteria like Pseudomonas • High bioavailability and tissue concentration for deep infections • Twice-daily dosing for compliance • Broad coverage for mixed infections (skin, bone, GI) • Good for empiric therapy in severe community infections • Minimal resistance development when used appropriately How to use • Adults >18 years: 500 mg (1 tablet) twice daily • Take with or without food; avoid dairy/calcium within 2 hours • Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew • Usual duration: 7–14 days (as prescribed; longer for prostatitis/bone) • Drink plenty of fluids to prevent crystalluria • Complete full course even if symptoms improve • Seek medical help for tendon pain, nerve issues, or severe diarrhea