Ciprofloxacin
HCl 250mg Tablets (Generic Cipro) are an antibiotic in the class of drugs
known as fluoroquinolones. Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body and
is used to treat various types of bacterial infections such as Urinary Tract
Infections, Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis in females, Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis,
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections, Acute Sinusitis, Skin and Skin Structure
Infections, Bone and Joint Infections, Infectious Diarrhea, Typhoid Fever
(Enteric Fever) or Uncomplicated cervical and urethral gonorrhea due to Neisseria
gonorrhoeae.
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Ciprofloxacin is used to treat adults with infections caused by certain bacteria such as Urinary Tract Infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia marcescens, Proteus mirabilis, Providencia rettgeri, Morganella morganii, Citrobacter diversus, Citrobacter freundii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, or Enterococcus faecalis.
Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis in females caused by Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus saprophyticus. Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis caused by Escherichia coli or Proteus mirabilis. Lower Respiratory Tract Infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, or penicillin-susceptible Streptococcus pneumoniae. Also, Moraxella catarrhalis for the treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis.
Acute Sinusitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, penicillin-susceptible Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Moraxella catarrhalis. Skin and Skin Structure Infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia stuartii, Morganella morganii, Citrobacter freundii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus epidermidis, or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Bone and Joint Infections caused by Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia marcescens, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections (used in combination with metronidazole) caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, or Bacteroides fragilis.
Infectious Diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli (enterotoxigenic strains), Campylobacter jejuni, Shigella boydii †, Shigella dysenteriae, Shigella flexneri or Shigella sonnei† when antibacterial therapy is indicated.
Typhoid Fever (Enteric Fever) caused by Salmonella typhi.
Uncomplicated cervical and urethral gonorrhea due to Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It may also be used to prevent or slow the progress of anthrax after exposure.
How much Ciprofloxacin you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the Ciprofloxacin you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the patient leaflet provided with this medicine and reread it each time you get your prescription refilled. Take Ciprofloxacin exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. Ciprofloxacin may be taken with or without meals. The preferred dosing time is 2 hours after a meal. Drink plenty of liquids while taking Ciprofloxacin. Take antacids that contain magnesium, aluminum, or calcium; iron; zinc; sucralfate; or didanosine chewable tablets or oral solution 2 hours after or 6 hours before taking Ciprofloxacin. Do not take Ciprofloxacin with yogurt or milk alone. However, calcium as part of a meal does not affect Ciprofloxacin. Do not consume products that contain caffeine (coffee, tea, cola) while taking Ciprofloxacin. Stop taking Ciprofloxacin and talk with your doctor if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon. Get plenty of rest and stop exercising until your doctor has determined the cause. Do not treat diarrhea without talking to your doctor. Ciprofloxacin may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Ciprofloxacin may cause sensitivity to sunlight or other forms of UV light (eg, tanning beds). Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing until tolerance is determined. Stop taking Ciprofloxacin if sunburn-like reactions occur. Lab tests may be required to monitor therapy. Be sure to keep appointments. Do not stop taking Ciprofloxacin without checking with your doctor. Do not take more Ciprofloxacin than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Ciprofloxacin. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements.
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following occurs: Severe: Convulsions; increased pressure within the head; bizarre behavior; dizziness; tremors; depression; suicidal thoughts; hallucinations; loss of consciousness; tingling; severe allergic reactions (hives; itching; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, tongue, and lips); nervousness; agitation; sleeplessness; bloody stools; fever; excessive tendon ruptures; yellowing of the skin or eyes; fatigue; loss of appetite; dark urine; pale stools. Common: Nausea; diarrhea; headache; restlessness; stomach pain/cramps; rash; vomiting; headache; anxiety; nightmares. Other: Dizziness; irritability; tremor; clumsiness; lack of energy; drowsiness; weakness; general body discomfort; phobia; abnormal skin sensation; painful sores in mouth; mouth infection; difficulty swallowing; joint or back pain; joint stiffness; achiness; neck or chest pain; gout; urinary retention; vaginal infection; abnormal bleeding in the urine; nosebleed; hiccup; difficulty breathing; itching; hives; sensitivity to sunlight; flushing; fever; chills; skin inflammation; swelling of the face, neck, lips, eyes, or hands; changes in skin color; blurred vision; disturbed vision; double vision; eye pain; ringing in the ears; hearing loss; bad taste in mouth; second infection; tendon pain or swelling; sensitivity to sunlight.
Before using Ciprofloxacin, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; if you have a history of hardening of the arteries in the brain; if you have gonorrhea; if you have impaired kidney function; if you have a history of seizures; if you are taking warfarin; if you are taking theophylline or you consume large amounts of caffeine; if you have any other medical condition.
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Medical Disclaimer: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. This antibiotic information should not be construed so as to indicate that use of this antibiotic is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Please consult your healthcare professional before using this or any other prescription or non-prescription antibiotic medication.