Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet

Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial and parasitic infections. It is used to treat a wide variety of infections which are caused by susceptible Gram-positive organisms, Gram-negative organisms, anaerobes and protozoa.

Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics that include Ciprofloxacin and Tinidazole. Ciprofloxacin prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Both these actions lead to the killing of the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA.

In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. Most of these side effects of Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc., please consult your doctor immediately.

It is not advisable to stop this medicine suddenly to avoid unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor if you have any lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder or difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or problem with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. Inform your doctor if you are planning to get pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, tell your doctor if you are allergic to this medicine.

Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics that include Ciprofloxacin and Tinidazole. Ciprofloxacin prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Both these actions lead to the killing of the bacteria. Tinidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that are responsible for causing infections. It works by damaging their DNA.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Dryness in the mouth
• Metallic taste
• Headache

Taking Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet may cause hypersensitivity reactions with symptoms such as rashes, fever, skin reactions, pain in joints, pain in muscles, etc in some individuals. Seek medical help immediately in case you have any of the above adverse reactions on taking the medication.

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may have an interaction with medicines used to relieve muscle spasms such as tizanidine, medicines used to treat respiratory problems such as theophylline, antidepressants like duloxetine, oral antidiabetic drugs, medicines used to treat seizures such as phenytoin, drugs used for immunosuppression such as cyclosporine and medicines used to treat sleep problems such as zolpidem.

Drug-Food Interaction: Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet may interact with a multi-mineral or other herbal/ayurvedic supplements. So, if you are using any of the OTC items please tell your doctor.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Obese people (with a BMI greater than 25) should consult a doctor before taking Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet.

• TIZANIDINE
• THEOPHYLLINE
• DULOXETINE
• PHENYTOIN
• CYCLOSPORINE
• ZOLPIDEM

• Eat a healthy balanced diet.
• Consume high-fibre foods like lentils and beans.
• Eat fermented foods like yoghurt and cheese.
• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Avoid alcohol intake.

• Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet is prescribed to treat bacterial and parasitic infections, mostly involving but not limited to the infections of the Gastrointestinal system
• Simultaneous consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine can excessive serious side effects like nausea and vomiting.
• Maintain your hydration by taking plenty of fluids as GI disorders can lead to dehydration
• Iron tablets may have an interaction among Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet. Place 2 hours gap between Citina 250mg/300mg Tablet and these supplements to avoid unpleasant effects.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before consuming this medication. 
• Consult your doctor in case of persistent side effects post consumption of this medication.

Pneumonia: In this type of infection, there is inflammation of the air sacs in one or both lungs. It can be caused by a variety of organisms which include bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Endocarditis: It is the infection of the inner lining of heart chambers and heart valves. It can occur when micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi or other germs from other body parts, such as the mouth, spread through the bloodstream and get attached to damaged areas in the heart.

Septic arthritis: It is also known as joint infection or infectious arthritis. In this, there is inflammation of joints due to the invasion of a joint by an infectious agent.

Osteomyelitis: It is an infection of bone which is caused by staphylococcus bacteria which can be found in the nose or skin in healthy individuals.

Meningitis: It is inflammation of meninges in which the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord get inflamed. It occurs due to infection, which can be caused by bacteria or viruses.

Dysentery: It is inflammation of the intestine, particularly the colon, which is caused by the bacteria Shigella.