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NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this

drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.

Ciprofloxacin tablets

What are ciprofloxacin tablets?

CIPROFLOXACIN (Cipro®) is an antibiotic. This drug treats many kinds of infections

of the skin, bone, stomach, brain, blood, lungs, ear, and urinary tract. It also treats certain

sexually transmitted diseases. Generic ciprofloxacin tablets are available.

What should I tell my health care provider before I 

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take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

•dehydration

•kidney disease

•liver disease

•seizures (convulsions)

•stomach problems (especially colitis)

•an unusual or allergic reaction to ciprofloxacin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or

preservatives

•pregnant or trying to get pregnant

•breast-feeding

How should I take this medicine?

Take tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow

ciprofloxacin tablets whole with a full glass of water. Although this medicine can be

taken with meals, it is best to take ciprofloxacin on an empty stomach. One hour before

or two hours after meals is the preferred time. Do not take with magnesium/aluminum

antacids, sucralfate, Videx® (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder,

or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc. Ciprofloxacin may be taken two

hours before or six hours after taking these products. Ciprofloxacin should not be taken

with dairy products (such as milk or yogurt) or calcium-fortified juices alone; however,

ciprofloxacin may be taken with a meal that contains these products. Take your doses at

regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full

course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your

condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber's advice.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in

children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take

only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. This medication should be taken at

regular intervals.

What drug(s) may interact with ciprofloxacin?

•acetazolamide

•aluminum salts

•antacids

•caffeine

•calcium salts

•citric acid; potassium citrate; sodium citrate products

•didanosine, ddI

•doxercalciferol

•iron supplements

•magnesium salts

•manganese

•medicines for diabetes

•methazolamide

•multivitamins containing calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, or zinc

•mexiletine

•NSAIDs such as Advil®, Aleve®, ibuprofen, Motrin®, naproxen

•phenytoin

•probenecid

•ramelteon

•sodium bicarbonate

•sucralfate

•theophylline

•ursodiol

•warfarin

•zinc salts

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking,

including nonprescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also

tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with

caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way

your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or

starting any of your medicines.

What should I watch for while taking ciprofloxacin?

Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 2 to 3

days.

If you get severe or watery diarrhea, do not treat yourself. Call your prescriber or health

care professional for advice.

Make sure you stay well hydrated while taking ciprofloxacin. Drink several glasses of

water a day. This helps to prevent crystals of the drug from developing in your urine.

Cut down on drinks that contain caffeine. Ciprofloxacin can increase the stimulant effects

of caffeine and cause heart, breathing and other problems.

Keep out of the sun, or wear protective clothing outdoors and use a sunscreen. Do not use

sun lamps or sun tanning beds or booths.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs

mental alertness until you know how ciprofloxacin affects you. To reduce the risk of

dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older

patient.

Antacids can make ciprofloxacin ineffective. If you get an upset stomach and want to

take an antacid, make sure there is an interval of at least 2 hours since you last took

ciprofloxacin, or 6 hours before your next dose. Iron and zinc preparations can also make

ciprofloxacin ineffective. Do not take multivitamins at the same time you take your

ciprofloxacin tablets.

If you notice pain or swelling of a tendon or around a joint, stop taking ciprofloxacin.

Call your healthcare provider. Rest the affected area. Do not exercise or take

ciprofloxacin until your healthcare provider tells you to do so.

If you notice pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness, discontinue

ciprofloxacin and call your healthcare professional immediately.

Stop taking ciprofloxacin if you develop a skin rash or other allergic reaction. Call your

healthcare provider immediately.

If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you

are taking ciprofloxacin.

What side effects may I notice from taking ciprofloxacin?

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon

as possible:

•difficulty breathing

•fever

•hallucinations

•increased sensitivity to the sun or ultraviolet light

•irregular heartbeat, palpitations or chest pain

•joint, muscle or tendon pain

•nervousness, excitability, restlessness

•reduced amount of urine

•severe or watery diarrhea

•skin rash, itching

•seizures (convulsions)

•swelling of the face or neck

•unusual pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness

•vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or

health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

•diarrhea

•difficulty sleeping

•dizziness, drowsiness

•headache

•nausea

•stomach upset

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Keep container tightly

closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.