Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Quintor 1000mg Tablet

Ciprofloxacin(1000mg)

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Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet.
CAUTION
Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
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Information regarding the use of Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Quintor 1000mg Tablet

Ciprofloxacin(1000mg)

Quintor tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

How quintor tablet works

Quintor OD 1000mg 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.

Common side effects of quintor tablet

Dizziness, Headache, Gastrointestinal disorder, Constipation, Coughing up blood, Hallucination, Blood disorder, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Neurotoxicity, Tendonitis, Prolonged QT interval, Hemorrhagic cystitis, Anaphylactic reaction, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Nausea, Diarrhea

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Expert advice FOR Quintor Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Ciprofloxacin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Discontinue Ciprofloxacin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Quintor 1000mg Tablet

Ciprofloxacin

Q. Is Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet safe?
Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.
Q. Can the use of Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. Can I stop taking Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Q. Can the use of Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Q. Can I take Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Quintor OD 1000mg Tablet is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Talk to your doctor before using both the medicines together.

Content on this page was last updated on 04 December, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)