Cipro Iv Minibags

Generic Name: ciprofloxacin (Intravenous route)

sip-roe-FLOX-a-sin

Oral routeTablet, Extended ReleaseSuspension

Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. This risk is further increased in older patients usually over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants .

Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. Risk further increases with age over 60 years, concomitant steroid therapy, and kidney, heart, or lung transplants .

Intravenous routeSolution

Oral routeTablet

Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. This risk is further increased in older patients usually over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants .

Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. Risk further increases with age over 60 years, concomitant steroid therapy, and kidney, heart, or lung transplants .

Commonly used brand name(s):

In the U.S.

Cipro IV

In Canada

Ciprofloxacin
Cipro Iv Minibags

Available Dosage Forms:

Solution

Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic

Chemical Class: Fluoroquinolone

Uses For Cipro Iv Minibags

Ciprofloxacin injection is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. Ciprofloxacin is also used to treat anthrax.

Ciprofloxacin injection belongs to the class of drugs known as fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Cipro Iv Minibags

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of ciprofloxacin injection in children. However, because of this medicine's toxicity, it should be used with caution, after other alternatives have been considered and/or found ineffective. Ciprofloxacin injection may be used in children to prevent anthrax infection after possible exposure, and to treat serious kidney infections.

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of ciprofloxacin injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related heart or kidney problems, or develop severe tendon problems (including tendon rupture), which may require caution in patients receiving ciprofloxacin injection.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

Tizanidine

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Acarbose
Acecainide
Acetohexamide
Alosetron
Amiodarone
Azimilide
Bendamustine
Benfluorex
Bretylium
Chlorpropamide
Disopyramide
Dofetilide
Eltrombopag
Encainide
Flecainide
Gliclazide
Glimepiride
Glipizide
Gliquidone
Glyburide
Guar Gum
Ibutilide
Insulin
Insulin Aspart, Recombinant
Insulin Glulisine
Insulin Lispro, Recombinant
Lidocaine
Metformin
Mexiletine
Miglitol
Moricizine
Procainamide
Propafenone
Quinidine
Ranolazine
Sematilide
Simvastatin
Sotalol
Tedisamil
Theophylline
Tocainide
Tolazamide
Tolbutamide
Troglitazone

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Betamethasone
Chloroquine
Clozapine
Corticotropin
Cortisone
Cosyntropin
Cyclosporine
Deflazacort
Dexamethasone
Diclofenac
Dutasteride
Erlotinib
Fludrocortisone
Fluocortolone
Fosphenytoin
Hydrocortisone
Methylprednisolone
Olanzapine
Paramethasone
Phenytoin
Prednisolone
Prednisone
Rasagiline
Rifapentine
Ropinirole
Ropivacaine
Sevelamer
Triamcinolone
Warfarin

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Using this medicine with any of the following may cause an increased risk of certain side effects but may be unavoidable in some cases. If used together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use this medicine, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Caffeine

Proper Use of ciprofloxacin

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain ciprofloxacin. It may not be specific to Cipro Iv Minibags. Please read with care.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you or your child this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. This medicine is given slowly, so the needle will remain in place for about an hour.

Your doctor will give you or your child a few doses of this medicine until your condition improves, and then you or your child may be switched to an oral medicine that works the same way. If you have any concerns about this, talk to your doctor.

This medicine comes with a medication guide. Read and follow the instructions in the guide carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

Precautions While Using Cipro Iv Minibags

If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Do not take tizanidine (Zanaflex®) while you are receiving this medicine. Tell your doctor if you or your child are also using theophylline (Theo-Dur®) or other products that contain caffeine (e.g., coffee). Using these medicines together may increase risks for more serious side effects.

This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you or your child have a rash; itching; hives; hoarseness; shortness of breath; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after you receive this medicine.

Some people who receive ciprofloxacin injection may become more sensitive to sunlight than they are normally. Exposure to sunlight, even for brief periods of time, may cause severe sunburn, or skin rash, redness, itching, or discoloration. When you or your child begin receiving this medicine:

Stay out of direct sunlight, especially between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., if possible.
Wear protective clothing, including a hat and sunglasses.
Apply a sun block product that has a skin protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. Some people may require a product with a higher SPF number, especially if they have a fair complexion. If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
Do not use a sunlamp or tanning bed or booth.

If you have a severe reaction from the sun, check with your doctor.

Ciprofloxacin injection may cause some people to become dizzy, lightheaded, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that can be dangerous if you are dizzy or not alert. If these reactions are especially bothersome, check with your doctor.

Ciprofloxacin injection may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe. Do not take any medicine to treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. Diarrhea medicines may make the diarrhea worse or make it last longer. If you have any questions about this or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.

Tell your doctor right away if you or your child start having numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet. These may be symptoms of a condition called peripheral neuropathy.

Ciprofloxacin may rarely cause inflammation or tearing of a tendon (the cord that attaches muscles to bones). This can occur while you are taking the medicine or after you finish taking it. The risk of having tendon problems may be increased if you are over 60 years of age, are using steroid medicines (e.g., dexamethasone, prednisolone, prednisone, Medrol®), have severe kidney problems, have a history of tendon problems (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis), or if you have received an organ transplant (e.g., heart, kidney, or lung). Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor right away if you have sudden pain or swelling in a tendon after exercise (e.g., ankle, back of the knee or leg, shoulder, elbow, or wrist), bruise more easily after an injury, or are unable to bear weight or move the affected area. Refrain from exercise until your doctor says otherwise.

Cipro Iv Minibags Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Black, tarry stools
bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of the skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the injection site
chest pain
chills
cough
fever
painful or difficult urination
rash
shortness of breath
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
swollen glands
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness

Rare

Abdominal or stomach cramps or pain
abdominal or stomach tenderness
actions that are out of control
aggressive and violent behavior
ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain
arm, back, or jaw pain
back or side pain
blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
blisters under the skin
bloating
bloody or cloudy urine
blue lips and fingernails
blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
change in walking and balance
changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
chest tightness or heaviness
clay-colored stools
clumsiness or unsteadiness
cold, clammy, or pale skin
constipation
convulsions
cough or hoarseness
coughing or spitting up blood
coughing that sometimes produces a pink frothy sputum
cracks in the skin
darkening of the skin
decreased frequency or amount of urine
delusions of persecution, mistrust, suspiciousness, and/or combativeness
diarrhea, watery and severe, which may also be bloody
difficult or labored breathing
difficult, fast, noisy breathing, sometimes with wheezing
difficulty in breathing, chewing, swallowing, or talking
difficulty in moving
difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
difficulty swallowing
discouragement
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
double vision
drooping eyelids
drowsiness
fainting
fast, slow, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
fear or nervousness
feeling of unreality
feeling of warmth or heat
feeling sad or empty
fever with or without chills
flushing or redness of the skin, especially on the face and neck
frequent urination
general feeling of tiredness or weakness
greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine
groin pain
headache, severe and throbbing
heart stops
hives or welts
increased perspiration
increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight
increased sweating
increased thirst
increased volume of pale, dilute urine
indigestion
irregular heartbeats
irritability
itching of the vagina or genital area
itching skin
joint or muscle pain
joint stiffness or swelling
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
light-colored stools
loss of ability to use or understand speech or language
loss of appetite
loss of bladder control
loss of heat from the body
loss of interest or pleasure
lower abdominal cramping
lower back or side pain
mood or mental changes
muscle pain or stiffness
muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities
muscle weakness
nausea and vomiting
nightmares
no breathing
no pulse or blood pressure
noisy breathing
numbness of hands
pain
pain during sexual intercourse
pain in the ankles or knees
pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
painful oral mucosa
painful, red lumps under the skin, mostly on the legs
pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
pale skin
pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin
pounding in the ears
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
red skin lesions, often with a purple center
red, irritated eyes
red, swollen skin
redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest
redness or other discoloration of the skin
scaly skin
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
sense of detachment from self or body
severe constipation
severe sunburn
severe tiredness
severe vomiting
shakiness and unsteady walk
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
sleeplessness
slow or irregular breathing
small red or purple spots on the skin
sores, welting, or blisters
sudden decrease in the amount of urine
sudden loss of consciousness
sudden shortness of breath or troubled breathing
sweating
swelling of the lips, face, neck, eyes, hands, or lower extremities
swelling of the lymph nodes
talking, feeling, and acting with excitement
thick, white vaginal discharge with no odor or with a mild odor
tightness in the chest
tiredness
trouble concentrating
trouble sleeping
troubled breathing
unable to sleep
unpleasant breath odor
unresponsiveness
unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
unusual drowsiness, dullness, tiredness, weakness, or feeling of sluggishness
unusual weight gain
unusual weight loss
upper right abdominal pain
vomiting of blood
weakness
weight gain
wheezing
yellow eyes and skin

Incidence not known

Bleeding and bruising
bleeding gums
bluish-colored lips, fingernails, or palms
bone pain
confusion as to time, place, or person
excessive muscle tone
feeling of discomfort
general body swelling
high fever
holding false beliefs that cannot be changed by fact
increased sensitivity to pain or touch
inflammation of the joints
muscle aches
muscle tension or tightness
muscle twitching or jerking
nosebleeds
pain, inflammation, or swelling in the calves, shoulders, or hands
painful, swollen joints
rhythmic movement of muscles
stomach pain, continuing
swollen glands
uncontrolled eye movements
unexplained bleeding or bruising
unsteadiness or awkwardness
unusual excitement, nervousness, or restlessness
weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
weakness or heaviness of the legs

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

Acid or sour stomach
belching
heartburn
runny nose
sneezing
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
stuffy nose

Rare

Changes in vision
continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
decreased vision
dry mouth
excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
eye pain
full feeling
hearing loss
hiccup
loss of sense of smell
overbright appearance of lights
passing gas
seeing double
seeing shades of colors differently than before
sore mouth or tongue
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males
white patches in the mouth and/or on the tongue

Incidence not known

Hyperventilation
loss of taste

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Cipro Iv Minibags

Uses For Cipro Iv Minibags

Before Using Cipro Iv Minibags

Allergies

Pediatric

Geriatric

Pregnancy

Breast Feeding

Interactions with Medicines

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Other Medical Problems

Proper Use of ciprofloxacin

Precautions While Using Cipro Iv Minibags

Cipro Iv Minibags Side Effects