Cipro (Ciprofloxacin)

Do's

• Take CIPRO exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to take it. Your healthcare provider will tell you how much CIPRO to take and when to take it.
• Take CIPRO Tablets in the morning and evening at about the same time each day. Swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, crush or chew the tablet. Tell your healthcare provider if you cannot swallow the tablet whole.
• Take CIPRO Oral Suspension in the morning and evening at about the same time each day. Shake the CIPRO Oral Suspension bottle well each time before use for about 15 seconds to make sure the suspension is mixed well. Close the bottle completely after use.
• Take CIPRO XR one time each day at about the same time each day. Swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, crush or chew the tablet. Tell your healthcare provider if you cannot swallow the tablet whole.
• CIPRO IV is given to you by intravenous (IV) infusion into your vein, slowly, over 60 minutes, as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• CIPRO can be taken with or without food.
• CIPRO should not be taken with dairy products (like milk or yogurt) or calcium fortified juices alone, but may be taken with a meal that contains these products.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking CIPRO.
• Taking all of your CIPRO doses will help make sure that all of the bacteria are killed.
• Taking all of your CIPRO doses will help lower the chance that the bacteria will become resistant to CIPRO. If you become resistant to CIPRO, CIPRO and other antibacterial medicines may not work for you in the future.

Don'ts

• Do not skip any doses of CIPRO, or stop taking it, even if you begin to feel better, until you finish your prescribed treatment unless you have tendon problems, nerve problems, central nervous system problems and serious allergic reaction unless your healthcare provider tells you to stop taking CIPRO.

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Headache
• Dizziness

Serious Side Effects:

• Tendonitis or tendon rupture (especially in the Achilles tendon)
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, difficulty breathing)
• Symptoms of a severe intestinal condition (Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea)
• Unusual bruising or bleeding
• Signs of liver problems (e.g., persistent nausea/vomiting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin)

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking cipro,  contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Individuals with allergies to Ciprofloxacin, other fluoroquinolone antibiotics, or any ingredient in the specific Ciprofloxacin product they are considering should not use it. People with specific medical conditions:

• Myasthenia Gravis (MG): Ciprofloxacin can worsen symptoms of MG, a muscular weakness condition, and is therefore contraindicated for people with a history of MG.
• Peripheral Neuropathy (PN): Ciprofloxacin can worsen PN, a condition causing nerve pain, numbness, or weakness, and is therefore contraindicated for people with a history of PN.

Inform your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements, before starting Ciprofloxacin. This helps prevent potential interactions. For a complete list of ingredients in different Ciprofloxacin products, consult your pharmacist.      

Brand Name:	Cipro
Generic name:	Ciprofloxacin
Other Names:	Ciprofloxacin
Strength(s):	250mg, 500mg, 750mg
Quantities Available:	50, 100
Formulation:	Tablet