should not<\/strong> be taken with dairy products (such as milk or yoghurt) or with fortified fruit juice (eg calcium-fortified orange juice). <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\nRemember to drink plenty of fluids while taking Ciprofloxacin Orion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If possible, take your tablets or pack and see your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to use Ciprofloxacin Orion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Take the usual dose as soon as possible and then continue as prescribed. However, if it is soon time for your next dose , do not take the missed dose but continue as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose . Make sure to complete your cure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you stop using Ciprofloxacin Orion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It is important that you complete the treatment regimen<\/strong> even if you start to feel better after a few days. If you stop taking this medicine too soon, your infection may be inadequately treated and the symptoms of infection may return or get worse. You may also develop resistance to the antibiotic.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist .<\/strong>
<\/p>\n\n\n\n4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects , although not everybody gets them.
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Stop taking Ciprofloxacin Orion and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following serious side effects , which may be rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people), very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people) or occurring in an unknown number of persons (has been reported):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- severe allergic reactions (allergic edema , angioedema , serum sickness, severe hypersensitivity reaction called DRESS, anaphylactic reaction or anaphylactic shock , which may be life threatening). Symptoms include rash, sudden swelling of the skin and mucous membranes, difficulty breathing, wheezing, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat or of the body, fainting, difficulty swallowing, fever, enlargement of the lymph nodes .<\/li>
- widespread rash with blisters and flaky skin (may be symptoms of potentially life-threatening Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis ).<\/li>
- severe skin rash in the form of blisters ( acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis ).<\/li>
- severe and persistent diarrhea may be symptoms of inflammation of the intestine ( colitis ) associated with antibiotic use (may be life-threatening in very rare cases).<\/li>
- inflammation of the pancreas ( pancreatitis ) which causes severe pain in the upper abdomen, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting.<\/li>
- yellow skin and eyes, itchy dark urine and pale stools, abdominal pain and chronicfatigue can be symptoms of severe liver damage.<\/li>
- seizures, seizures or convulsions (including prolonged or repeated seizures without recovery in between)<\/li>
- pain, burning sensation, tingling, numbness and \/ or muscle weakness in the arms and legs can be symptoms of neuropathy<\/li>
- mental disorders (depression or psychotic reactions which can lead to suicidal thoughts or suicide attempts).<\/li>
- tendonitis, tendon rupture (especially the heel tendon on the back of the heel).<\/li>
- abnormally fast heartbeat, life-threatening irregular heartbeat, change in heartbeat<\/li>
- severe deterioration of your general condition with high and persistent fever (may be symptoms of a serious blood disease, bone marrow depression or aggravation of infection ).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
See also section 2: Warnings and Precautions.
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Other side effects:
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Common side effects are<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- nausea, diarrhea<\/li>
- joint pain in children.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Less common side effects are<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- fungal infections<\/li>
- a high concentration of eosinophils , a type of white blood cell<\/li>
- loss of appetite ( anorexia )<\/li>
- hyperactivity or agitation ( agitation )<\/li>
- headache, dizziness, sleep problems or taste changes<\/li>
- vomiting, abdominal pain, digestive problems such as upset stomach (heartburn) or gas in the stomach<\/li>
- increased amounts of certain substances in the blood ( transaminases and \/ or bilirubin )<\/li>
- rash, itching or hives<\/li>
- joint pain in adults<\/li>
- poor kidney function<\/li>
- pain in muscles and bones,<\/li>
- weakness ( asthenia ) or fever<\/li>
- increase in alkaline phosphatases in the blood (a special substance in the blood).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Rare side effects are<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- changes in blood value ( leukopenia , leukocytosis , neutropenia , anemia ), increased or decreased amount of blood coagulation factor ( platelets )<\/li>
- elevated blood sugar ( hyperglycaemia )<\/li>
- decreased blood sugar ( hypoglycaemia )<\/li>
- confusion, disorientation, anxiety, strange dreams, depression or hallucinations<\/li>
- ant crawling, unusual sensation, decreased sensitivity of the skin, tremors or dizziness<\/li>
- vision problems including double vision<\/li>
- tinnitus, hearing loss, hearing loss<\/li>
- rapid heartbeat, ( tachycardia )<\/li>
- dilated blood vessels ( vasodilation ), low blood pressure or fainting<\/li>
- shortness of breath including asthmatic symptoms<\/li>
- hepatic impairment, jaundice (cholestatic jaundice) or hepatitis<\/li>
- photosensitivity<\/li>
- muscle pain, inflammation in the joints, increased muscle tension or cramping<\/li>
- kidney failure , blood or crystals in the urine, kidney inflammation<\/li>
- fluid retention or pronounced sweating<\/li>
- elevated levels of enzyme et amylase<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Very rare side effects are<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- decreased number of a special type of red blood cell ( hemolytic anemia )<\/li>
- migraine , altered coordination, unsteady gait (gait disturbance), altered sense of smell (olfactory disorder), pressure on the brain ( intracranial pressure and benign intracranial pressure increase),<\/li>
- distortion of color vision<\/li>
- inflammation of the walls of blood vessels ( vasculitis )<\/li>
- small punctate hemorrhages under the skin ( petechiae )<\/li>
- muscle weakness, worsening of the symptoms of myasthenia gravis<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Has been reported<\/strong> (occurs in an unknown number of people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- ventricular arrhythmia and torsades de pointes tachycardia (heart rhythm changes, has mainly been reported in patients at high risk of prolonged QT interval )<\/li>
- increase in INR (International Normalized Ratio) value that measures the blood’s ability to coagulate (in patients treated with vitamin K antagonists )<\/li>
- very elated feeling (mania) or overactivity and feeling of great optimism ( hypomania )<\/li>
- conditions of decreased water excretion and low sodium levels (SIADH).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
In very rare cases, long-term (up to several months or years) or lasting side effects , such as tendinitis, tendonitis, joint pain, pain in arms and legs, difficulty walking, abnormal sensations such as ant crawling, tingling, tingling, a burning sensation, numbness or pain ( neuropathy ), depression, fatigue, sleep disturbances, impaired memory and impaired hearing, vision and taste and odor associated with treatment with quinolone and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, in some cases regardless of existing risk factors.
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Reporting of side effects ar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you get any side effects , talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information. You can also report side effectsdirectly (see details below). By reporting side effects , you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Medical Products Agency<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Box 26<\/p>\n\n\n\n
75103 Uppsala<\/p>\n\n\n\n
www.lakemedelsverket.se<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. How to store Ciprofloxacin Orion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This medicine does not require any special storage instructions.
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Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
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Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\nContent declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n- The active substance is ciprofloxacin. One tablet contains 250 mg, 500 mg or 750 mg ciprofloxacin as ciprofloxacin hydrochloride.<\/li>
- The other ingredients in the tablet core are microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate (type A), povidone, silica ( colloidal , anhydrous) and magnesium stearate.<\/li>
- The other ingredients in the film coating are hypromellose, macrogol and titanium dioxide (E171).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
250 mg film-coated tablet: White to off-white, round, film-coated tablets with a notch on both sides. One side embossed with “F” and “23” on each side of the notch. The tablet can be divided into two equal doses .
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500 mg film-coated tablet: White to off-white, capsule-shaped, film-coated tablets with a notch on one side and debossed with \u201cF22\u201d on the other side. The tablet can be divided into two equal doses .
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750 mg film-coated tablet: White to off-white, capsule-shaped, film-coated tablets debossed with \u201cC\u201d on one side and \u201c93\u201d on the other side.
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Ciprofloxacin Orion is available in PVC \/ PVdC \/ aluminum foil blister packs.
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Pack sizes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n250 mg tablets: 10 and 20 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n
500 mg tablets: 10, 20 and 50 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n
750 mg tablets: 10, 20, 30, 50 and 100 tablets
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Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Orion Corporation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Orionintie 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n
02200 Espoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finland
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Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nOrion Corporation<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Orion Pharma<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Orionintie 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n
02200 Espoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finland
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Orion Corporation Orion Pharma<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Joensuunkatu 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FI-24100 Salo<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finland
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For any information about this medicine, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorization Holder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
medinfo@orionpharma.com
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