Generic Name: Ciprofloxacin Brand/Product Name: Cipropen 500 mg Tablet Strength: 500 mg of ciprofloxacin per tablet Composition : Active Ingredient: Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride (equivalent to Ciprofloxacin) — 500 mg Excipients: q.s. (inactive ingredients used for tablet formulation – binders, coatings, etc.) Dosage Form : Film‑coated tablet — for oral administration Usually supplied in blister packs (e.g., 10 tablets per strip) Mechanism of Action : Target: Bacterial DNA enzymes Ciprofloxacin acts on two essential bacterial enzymes: DNA gyrase (topoisomerase II) Topoisomerase IV These enzymes are crucial for bacteria because they help unwind and replicate DNA, which is necessary for bacterial growth and reproduction. Therapeutic Class : Fluoroquinolone antibiotic — used to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting DNA replication in susceptible bacteria Primary Use : Cipropen is prescribed for a broad range of bacterial infections, such as: Respiratory tract infections (e.g., bronchitis, pneumonia) Urinary tract infections (UTIs) Skin and soft‑tissue infections Gastrointestinal infections Other systemic bacterial infections Exact indications depend on clinical evaluation Pharmacological Note : Ciprofloxacin acts as a bactericidal antibiotic by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase enzymes, which are essential for bacterial DNA replication. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) : Effective against infections of the bladder (cystitis), kidneys (pyelonephritis), and urethra. Common symptoms treated: pain or burning on urination, frequent urination, lower abdominal pain. Respiratory Tract Infections : Treats infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and sinus infections caused by susceptible bacteria. Helps reduce fever, cough, and breathing difficulties. Gastrointestinal Infections : Used for bacterial diarrhea, gastroenteritis, and infections from contaminated food/water. Targets bacteria like Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli. Skin and Soft Tissue Infections : Treats abscesses, cellulitis, and wound infections caused by bacteria. Often used when oral antibiotic therapy is suitable. Other Systemic Bacterial Infections : Used in severe infections when caused by bacteria sensitive to ciprofloxacin. Examples: certain types of typhoid fever or infections after surgery or trauma. Cipropen 500 MG tablet is a broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic containing ciprofloxacin, used to treat various severe bacterial infections by inhibiting bacterial DNA replication. It is commonly prescribed for urinary tract infections (UTIs), respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, bronchitis), skin/soft tissue infections, bone/joint infections, typhoid fever, and sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.