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Ciprofloxacin

Brand: Cipro

Fluoroquinolone antibioticUsed for: Bacterial infectionsAnti-Infectives
Key warning

Boxed warning: tendinitis and tendon rupture, nerve damage, CNS effects; avoid in myasthenia gravis

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Tendon pain
  • Photosensitivity

Key interactions & cautions

  • Separate from dairy, antacids, iron, and calcium
  • Adds bleeding risk with warfarin
  • QT risk with other QT-prolonging drugs

Counseling points

  • Take doses spaced evenly
  • Separate from dairy and antacids by 2-6 hours
  • Report tendon pain or swelling
  • Use sun protection
  • Finish the full course
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