Cipro, Ciloxan Drug Info
Cipro, Ciloxan Drug Uses: Cipro, Ciloxan is used to treat infections of the skin, lungs, airways, bones, and joints caused by susceptible bacteria. Ciprofloxacin is also frequently used to treat urinary infections caused by bacteria such as E. coli. Cipro, Ciloxan is effective in treating infectious diarrheas caused by E. coli, campylobacter jejuni, and shigella bacteria.
How to Use Cipro, Ciloxan: Cipro, Ciloxan may be taken with or without food. Ciprofloxacin is partially metabolized by the liver and excreted by the kidney. Dosages require adjustment in patients with severely abnormal liver or kidney function. Antacids block the absorption of ciprofloxacin and they should not be taken together. For uncomplicated urinary tract infections, Cipro XR can be given twice daily for three days while Proquin XR can be given once daily for three days
Cipro, Ciloxan Precautions: Many antibiotics, including Cipro, Ciloxan, can alter the normal bacteria in the colon and encourage overgrowth of a bacteria responsible for the development of inflammation of the colon (pseudomembranous colitis). Pseudomembranous colitis can cause fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and sometimes even shock. Patients taking ciprofloxacin can develop sensitivity of the skin to direct sunlight. Ciprofloxacin can enhance the action of the anticoagulant warfarin (Coumadin), and increase the risk of bleeding. Cipro, Ciloxan should be avoided in pregnancy, as safe use in these patients have not been established.
Cipro, Ciloxan Drug Interactions: Cipro, Ciloxan administered together with theophylline can lead to elevated blood levels of theophylline. Theophylline is used to open airways in the treatment of asthma. Toxic levels of theophylline can lead to seizures, and disturbances in heart rhythm. If concurrent use of ciprofloxacin and theophylline cannot be avoided, frequent blood tests to monitor theophylline blood levels are performed. Ciprofloxacin should be used with caution in patients with central nervous system diseases such as seizures, because rare seizures have been reported in patients receiving this medication. Ciprofloxacin should be avoided in children and adolescents under 18 years old, as safe use in these patients have not been established.
Cipro, Ciloxan Possible Side Effects: The most frequent side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, headache, and restlessness. Rare allergic reactions have been described, such as hives and anaphylaxis (shock).
Cipro, Ciloxan Overdose: Seek emergency medical attention immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of Cipro, Ciloxan overdose include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, headache.
Cipro, Ciloxan Storage: Store Cipro, Ciloxan at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Avoid excessive heat. Avoid freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Dispense of this medicine in a tight, light-resistant container. Do not store Cipro, Ciloxan in the bathroom.
Cipro, Ciloxan Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
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