BIOCIP 500
BIOCIP 500 is a tablet made by Biochem Pharma Industries that contains Ciprofloxacin 500 mg. Ciprofloxacin is a antibiotic (fluoroquinolone): treats urine, gut and some other bacterial infections.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ciprofloxacin | 500 mg |
What it is used for
Treats urine, gut and some other bacterial infections.
How it works
A fluoroquinolone antibiotic that stops bacteria copying their DNA. Used for urinary, gut and some bone and joint infections.
How to take it
Usually 250 to 750 mg twice a day with water; drink plenty of fluids. Take at evenly spaced times and finish the full course even when you feel better, unless your doctor says otherwise.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sensitivity to sunlight
Get medical help straight away if
- Tendon pain or swelling, especially the heel (stop and rest)
- Tingling, numbness or burning in the hands or feet
- Mood changes or confusion
- Severe diarrhoea
- Palpitations
Be careful
Can rarely damage tendons and nerves; avoid antacids and milk at the same time.
Other medicines and interactions
Antacids, iron, zinc, calcium and milk taken at the same time block absorption; separate by at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after. Raises tendon risk with steroids. Can affect warfarin, diabetes medicines (blood sugar swings) and heart rhythm medicines. It also strongly raises theophylline and caffeine levels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Usually avoided in pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless no other antibiotic will work.
Same composition, other brands (12)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
Common questions
What is BIOCIP 500?
BIOCIP 500 is a tablet by Biochem Pharma Industries containing Ciprofloxacin 500 mg.
What is BIOCIP 500 used for?
Treats urine, gut and some other bacterial infections.
How should I take BIOCIP 500?
Usually 250 to 750 mg twice a day with water; drink plenty of fluids. Take at evenly spaced times and finish the full course even when you feel better, unless your doctor says otherwise. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of BIOCIP 500?
Common side effects include: Nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, sensitivity to sunlight. Get medical help straight away for: Tendon pain or swelling, especially the heel (stop and rest), tingling, numbness or burning in the hands or feet, mood changes or confusion, severe diarrhoea, palpitations.
Does BIOCIP 500 need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take BIOCIP 500 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Usually avoided in pregnancy and while breastfeeding unless no other antibiotic will work.
What are the substitutes for BIOCIP 500?
Brands with the same composition: Ciplox 500, Cifran 500, Ciprobid 500, Ciprolet DS 500, Floxip 500, Ceflox 500, Ciprodac 500, Quintor 500, Microflox 500, Alcipro 500, Zoxan 500, Ciprova 500. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Sources and further reading
- Ciprofloxacin: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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