Cebran 500mg Tablet

Cebran 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by killing and stopping the growth of the infectious microorganisms. Cebran 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. Common side effects include headache, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disorder such as nausea. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

• Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cebran 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

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. Cebran 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Cebran 500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Gastrointestinal disorder
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

AlcoholCAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cebran 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cebran 500mg 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cebran 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Baby should be closely monitored for development of fever, loss of appetite and diarrhea. In case, any of the above happens please inform your doctor immediately.

DrivingUNSAFE

Cebran 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

KidneyCAUTION

Cebran 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cebran 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cebran 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cebran 500mg 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.

If you miss a dose of Cebran 500mg 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.

Chemical Class

Fluoroquinolone

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Gastro intestinal