Cycin Side Effects

Cycin is an antibiotic medication commonly prescribed to treat various bacterial infections. Like any medication, Cycin have side effects. Common and less common side effects of Cycin may include.

Common Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach upset or abdominal pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Insomnia
• Elevated liver enzymes (detected through blood tests)
• Changes in tastePhotosensitivity (increased sensitivity to sunlight)

Less Common Side Effects

• Tendonitis and tendon rupture: Cycin can increase the risk of tendon problems, especially in the Achilles tendon. This risk is more significant in older adults and those on corticosteroid therapy.
• Peripheral neuropathy: Uncommon, but it can cause numbness, tingling, or pain in the arms and legs. It may be irreversible in some cases.
• Allergic reactions: This can include hives, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, and anaphylaxis, although these are relatively rare when taking Cycin.
• Central nervous system effects: Some individuals may experience with the use of Cycin anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, and other mental/mood changes.
• Hypersensitivity reactions: These can manifest as skin rashes, fever, joint pain, and organ inflammation.
• Blood disorders: Rare cases of taking Cycin, decreased white blood cell count (leukopenia), decreased platelet count (thrombocytopenia), and anemia have been reported.
• Liver damage: In rare cases, Cycin may lead to liver injury, potentially resulting in jaundice.
• Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney damage with Cycin, including acute interstitial nephritis.
• Clostridium difficile infection: The use of antibiotics like Cycin can lead to an overgrowth of the bacterium Clostridium difficile, causing severe diarrhea and colitis.

Cycin is one of the leading brands of Ciprofloxacin, manufactured and marketed by High Q Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd, Pakistan.

Presently, Cycin is available in Tablets and Injection (IV) Forms

Cycin Tablets : 250mg and 500mg strengths

Cycin Injection (IV) : 200mg/100ml strength

1. Antacids, sucralfate, and other products containing aluminum, calcium, or magnesium: These can reduce the absorption of Cycin, so it’s recommended to take Cycin at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking these products.
2. Iron supplements: Iron supplements can also interfere with the absorption of Cycin. Try to take iron supplements at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking Cycin.
3. Warfarin and other anticoagulants: Cycin can potentiate the effects of anticoagulants, increasing the risk of bleeding. Frequent monitoring of blood clotting parameters is essential if you are on both medications.
4. Theophylline: Combining Cycin with theophylline (used for respiratory conditions like asthma) can lead to increased theophylline levels in the blood, potentially causing toxicity. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
5. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Taking NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen with Cycin can increase the risk of central nervous system (CNS) side effects, such as dizziness and confusion.
6. Tizanidine: Combining Cycin with tizanidine (a muscle relaxant) can cause a severe drop in blood pressure, leading to dizziness or fainting.
7. Glyburide (glibenclamide) and other oral diabetes medications: Cycin can affect blood sugar levels, and when taken with diabetes medications, it may necessitate dosage adjustments.
8. Methotrexate: Cycin can increase the levels of methotrexate in the body, potentially leading to methotrexate toxicity.
9. Certain heart rhythm medications: Cycin can prolong the QT interval on an electrocardiogram (ECG), and taking it with other drugs that do the same can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.
10. Corticosteroids: Concurrent use of Cycin with corticosteroids may increase the risk of tendon problems, including tendonitis and tendon rupture.