Brand Name: Cipro I.V.
Ciprofloxacin is used for:
Treating bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent or slow anthrax after exposure.
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
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Do NOT use Ciprofloxacin if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Ciprofloxacin or to any other fluoroquinolone (eg, levofloxacin)
you are taking cisapride or tizanidine
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Ciprofloxacin :
Some medical conditions may interact with Ciprofloxacin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have heart problems or a history of irregular heartbeat, low blood potassium levels, Alzheimer disease, a brain or nervous system disorder, a problem with the blood vessels in your brain, diarrhea, a stomach infection, liver problems, kidney problems, increased pressure in your brain, seizures, inflammation of your tendons, joint problems, or skin sensitivity to the sun
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ciprofloxacin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Antiarrhythmics (eg, amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, quinidine), arsenic, cisapride, droperidol, H1 antagonists (eg, astemizole, terfenadine), haloperidol, imidazole antifungals (eg, fluconazole), macrolide or ketolide antibiotics (eg, erythromycin, telithromycin), phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), pimozide, serotonin receptor antagonist antiemetics (eg, dolasetron), or ziprasidone because the risk of serious side effects, including irregular heartbeat and other heart problems, may be increased
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen) because the risk of side effects, such as seizures, may be increased
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), caffeine, cyclosporine, methotrexate, sulfonylureas (eg, glyburide), tizanidine, or xanthines (eg, theophylline) because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by Ciprofloxacin
Hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because their effectiveness may be increased or decreased by Ciprofloxacin
Corticosteroids (eg, prednisone) because the risk of tendon damage may be increased
Probenecid because it may increase the actions and the risk of Ciprofloxacin 's side effects
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ciprofloxacin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Ciprofloxacin :
Use Ciprofloxacin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ciprofloxacin is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Ciprofloxacin at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Ciprofloxacin . Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
Do not use Ciprofloxacin if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
To clear up your infection completely, use Ciprofloxacin for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Ciprofloxacin is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
If you miss a dose of Ciprofloxacin , use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ciprofloxacin .
Important safety information:
Ciprofloxacin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Ciprofloxacin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Be sure to use Ciprofloxacin for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Ciprofloxacin may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Ciprofloxacin only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
Avoid large amounts of food or drink that have caffeine (eg, coffee, tea, cocoa, cola, chocolate).
Rest and avoid exercise until further instruction from your doctor if you experience pain or swelling of a tendon.
Diabetes patients - Ciprofloxacin may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Ciprofloxacin may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Ciprofloxacin . Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Use Ciprofloxacin with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects (eg, tendon problems), especially if they take corticosteroids (eg, prednisone). They may also be more sensitive to other effects (eg, irregular heartbeat).
Caution is advised when using Ciprofloxacin in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially joint and tendon problems.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Ciprofloxacin while you are pregnant. Ciprofloxacin is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Ciprofloxacin .
Possible side effects of Ciprofloxacin :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:Diarrhea; headache; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; restlessness; stomach upset; vision changes; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); agitation; anxiety; bizarre behavior; bloody stools; change in sense of touch or temperature; chest pain; confusion; convulsions; dark urine (or unusual change in amount of urine); depression; easy bruising or bleeding; fever; hallucinations; increased pressure in the head; inflammation, pain, or rupture of a tendon; irregular heartbeat; joint pain or swelling; loss of consciousness; mental changes; muscle pain; nervousness; nightmares; oral thrush; pain; pale stools; persistent sore throat; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or continuing diarrhea; severe or persistent dizziness; sleeplessness; stomach cramps/pain; suicidal thoughts; sun sensitivity (sunburn easily); tingling, burning, numbness, or weakness of arms and legs; tremors; unusual fatigue; vaginal yeast infection; weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Ciprofloxacin :Ciprofloxacin is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Ciprofloxacin at home, store Ciprofloxacin as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider.
General information:
If you have any questions about Ciprofloxacin , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Ciprofloxacin is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Ciprofloxacin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.