Special care may be needed.
Cipro (Ciprofloxacin) – is an antibiotic in a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones.
Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body, ciprofloxacin is used to treat various types of bacterial infections.
Take tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label.
Swallow Ciprofloxacin tablets whole with a full glass of water. Although this medicine can be taken with meals, it is best to take Ciprofloxacin on an empty stomach. One hour before or two hours after meals is the preferred time. Do not take with magnesium/aluminum antacids, sucralfate, Videx (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder, or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc.
Ciprofloxacin 250 mg may be taken two hours before or six hours after taking these products. Ciprofloxacin should not be taken with dairy products (such as milk or yogurt) or calcium-fortified juices alone; however, ciprofloxacin may be taken with a meal that contains these products. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your prescriber or health care professional even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber’s advice. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children.
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