Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet

Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet is an oral antibiotic that contains 500 mg of ciprofloxacin in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections when a doctor decides ciprofloxacin is an appropriate choice. This specific Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it is typically prescribed for adults who need this dose rather than a lower-strength ciprofloxacin tablet.

How it works: Ciprofloxacin works by stopping bacteria from copying and repairing their DNA, which helps the infection clear. As a tablet, Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract so the medicine can travel through the body to fight susceptible bacteria.

Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet is the 500 mg strength, which means each tablet delivers a full 500 mg dose of ciprofloxacin in one tablet. Because it is a higher-strength tablet, a doctor may choose it when a patient needs a larger per-dose amount or a simpler dosing schedule compared with lower-strength tablets. It is not intended for self-selecting treatment, and the exact schedule depends on the infection being treated and the patient’s medical history.

• Urinary tract infections
• Certain respiratory tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Bone and joint infections
• Some gastrointestinal bacterial infections

• Swallow Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it at the same time each day if you are prescribed more than one dose daily.
• Do not take it together with antacids, iron, zinc, calcium supplements, sucralfate, or multivitamins; separate the doses as directed by your pharmacist or prescriber.
• You may take the tablet with or without food, but food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if you start feeling better.
• Drink enough fluids while taking ciprofloxacin unless your clinician has told you to limit fluids.

Each Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet provides 500 mg of ciprofloxacin per tablet. Depending on the infection, this strength may be taken once or twice daily, and the maximum daily amount is set by the prescribing doctor based on the condition being treated, kidney function, and other factors. Do not change the dose or stop early without medical advice.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ciprofloxacin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Trouble sleeping
• Increased sun sensitivity

• Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength ciprofloxacin tablet, so it should be used only when a clinician has determined this dose is appropriate.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of tendon problems, seizures, myasthenia gravis, kidney disease, or heart rhythm problems.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, calcium, or multivitamins because they can block absorption.
• Use caution with driving or operating machinery until you know how this tablet affects you, since dizziness can occur.
• Limit excess sun or tanning-bed exposure because ciprofloxacin can increase sunburn risk.
• Discuss all medicines you take if you use blood thinners, diabetes medicines, or heart rhythm medicines.
• Alcohol does not directly cancel the antibiotic, but it may worsen side effects such as stomach upset or dizziness.

Store Cadiwin 500 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.