Pharmacology Made Easy: Ciprofloxacin Information

These flashcards cover essential information regarding ciprofloxacin, including therapeutic uses, adverse reactions, precautions, administration, and patient instructions.

What are the therapeutic uses of ciprofloxacin?

It treats a wide range of bacterial infections including severe urinary tract disorders and prevents anthrax after inhalation of anthrax spores.

What are some mild adverse drug reactions associated with ciprofloxacin?

CNS manifestations such as dizziness and headache; gastrointestinal manifestations like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

What serious adverse reactions can occur with ciprofloxacin?

Seizures, increased intracranial pressure, suicidal ideation, hepatotoxicity, anaphylaxis, and Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD).

What precautions should be taken when using ciprofloxacin?

Use cautiously in patients with serious CNS disorders, GI disorders, renal impairment, those on warfarin therapy, children under 18, and during pregnancy.

Which medications should be avoided or monitored while taking ciprofloxacin?

Antacids, iron preparations, calcium, sucralfate, erythromycin, quinidine, some antipsychotics, tricyclic antidepressants, and antidiabetic medications.

What client instructions should be given regarding exposure to sunlight while on ciprofloxacin?

Clients should avoid direct sunlight or sunlamps, wear clothing that covers their body, and apply sunscreen to exposed areas.

How should ciprofloxacin be administered?

It is available in oral and IV forms; IV should be infused slowly over at least 60 minutes and has multiple incompatibilities.

What should clients report to their healthcare provider while taking ciprofloxacin?

Clients should report CNS manifestations, GI manifestations, and tendon pain to their provider.

What is a major contraindication for ciprofloxacin use?

Allergy to any fluoroquinolone, tendon pain, or myasthenia gravis.

What dietary advice is given concerning the intake of antacids and other substances with ciprofloxacin?

Take antacids, iron, calcium, and dairy products 2 hours after or 6 hours before oral ciprofloxacin.

What is a recommended fluid intake for patients on ciprofloxacin?

Encourage patients to drink at least 1,500 to 2,000 mL of fluids per day.