Welcome to Your Drug Guide!
We offer data on over 11,000 brand and generic drugs.
NOTE: The information presented herein is not intended to serve as a substitute for a doctor's expertise.
Please consult a professional before starting to use any drug.
Drug Links
Cipro I.v. - Ciprofloxacin - Intravenous Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cipro I.v..
- Cipro
- sip-row-FLOX-uh-sin
Read Before Using Cipro I.v. (precautions)
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include a change in the amount of urine.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is an antibiotic used to treat various infections.
Possible Side Effects
- Headache, anxiety, restlessness, dizziness, lightheadedness, vomiting, sun sensitivity or irritation at the injection site may occur.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop.
Usage Instructions
- This medication is administered by slowly infusing it into a vein over sixty minutes.
- This is usually given twice a day at evenly spaced intervals around the clock to ensure a constant level of medication in your blood.
- Use this medication for the full time prescribed.
- Do not stop using this without your doctor's approval.
- Stopping therapy too soon may result in a reinfection.
- It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids while using this medication.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.
Cipro I.v. Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 TO 30 degrees C) or in the refrigerator for up to 14 days as directed.
- Do not freeze.
- Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time.
Cipro I.v. Miscellaneous Notes
- When possible, the injection will be replaced by medication taken by mouth.
- Laboratory tests may be done periodically to monitor therapy if this medication is taken for a prolonged time.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.