ciprofloxacin(Cipro, Cipro XR)
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
Pronunciation
/ˌsɪproʊˈflɒksəsɪn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- ciprofloxacin
- Brand names
- Cipro, Cipro XR
- Therapeutic class
- Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take 2 hr before or 6 hr after antacids, dairy, iron, calcium, MVI.
- Stay well-hydrated.
- Stop and call for any tendon pain/swelling - especially Achilles.
- Avoid excessive sun; sunscreen.
- Report numbness, tingling, mood changes, palpitations.
Sources
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