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È>¸À<xacin is in a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. Ciprofloxacin tablets and suspension (liquid) are used to treat pneumonia (lung infection); bronchitis (infection of the tubes that lead to the lungs); some types of gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease); diarrhea caused by bacteria; typhoid fever (a contagious illness common in developing countries) and bone, joint, skin, prostate (a male reproductive gland), sinus, and urinary tract (bladder) infections. Ciprofloxacin extended release (long-acting) tablets are used to treat urinary tract and kidney infections. ?

Ciprofloxacin may be used to treat patients with cystic fibrosis who have lung infections. Ciprofloxacin is sometimes used with another medication to treat certain infections of the internal organs. Ciprofloxacin may be used to treat and prevent dangerous illnesses that are deliberately spread such as plague, and tularemia. Ciprofloxacin is also used to treat people exposed to anthrax germs in the air and various sexually transmitted diseases and infections. It is used to treat Legionnaire disease, cat scratch disease (an infection that may develop after a patient is bitten or scratched by a cat) and brucellosis (a type of infection that causes a rising and falling fever and other symptoms). ?

Ciprofloxacin may also be used to reduce the amount of certain types of bacteria in the nose to prevent serious illness. Ciprofloxacin may be used with another medication to treat disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) (a type of lung disease that often affects people with human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]) and tuberculosis (TB) (a type of lung infection).

¨¯Bà1Axacin can be taken as a tablet, a suspension (liquid) and an extended release (long-acting) tablet by mouth with or without food. The tablet and suspension are usually taken every 12 hours (twice a day). The extended release tablets are usually taken once a day. Swallow the extended release tablets whole; do not split, crush, or chew them. If you are taking the liquid, shake the bottle for 15 seconds before each use to mix the medication evenly. Swallow the correct dose without chewing the granules in the liquid. Do not give the liquid to a patient through a feeding tube. If you are taking the tablets or extended release tablets, swallow them with a full glass of water. ?

To help you remember to take Ciprofloxacin, take it around the same time(s) every day. The length of your treatment depends on the type of infection you have. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Ciprofloxacin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should begin feeling better during the first few days of treatment with Ciprofloxacin. Take Ciprofloxacin until you finish the prescription, even if you feel better. Your doctor will decide how long you need to take Ciprofloxacin. If you stop taking Ciprofloxacin too soon or skip doses, your infection may not be completely cured and bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics. ?

Do not take Ciprofloxacin with dairy products (like milk or yogurt) or calcium-added juices alone. You may take Ciprofloxacin with a meal that includes these foods. Drink at least eight full glasses of water or liquid every day. Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate. ?

Use of this medicine is not recommended in infants and children up to 2 years of age (ophthalmic ointment) and 1 year of age (ophthalmic solution).

There is no specific information comparing use of ophthalmic Ciprofloxacin in the elderly with use in other age groups. In children older than 1 or 2 years of age, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults. Consult your doctor about the possible side effects of using this drug for your condition. Ciprofloxacin increases nervousness, sleeplessness, heart pounding, and anxiety caused by caffeine. Your doctor may need to monitor you carefully for side effects and alter the doses if necessary.

If you are taking Ciprofloxacin extended release tablets and forget to take your dose at the usual time, you may take the dose later in the day. However, do not take more than one Ciprofloxacin extended release tablet in one day, even if you missed a dose. If you are taking Ciprofloxacin tablets or suspension, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it.

Do not take ciprofloxacin with dairy products (like milk or yogurt) or calcium-added juices alone. You may take ciprofloxacin with a meal that includes these foods. Drink at least eight full glasses of water or liquid every day. Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate. Ciprofloxacin increases nervousness, sleeplessness, heart pounding, and anxiety caused by caffeine.

However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Ciprofloxacin should be stored at room temperature. It should be kept away from excess heat and moisture. Hence, should not be stored in the bathroom. Store the suspension in the refrigerator or at room temperature, closed tightly, for up to 14 days. Throw away any liquid that is left over after 14 days. Ciprofloxacin should be kept in the container it came in only. The container should be kept tightly closed and out of reach of children. If the medicine become outdated or you are no longer taking it then you need to discard it safely. Consult your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

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SIf you become pregnant while taking Ciprofloxacin, call your doctor immediately. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding inform you doctor. Ciprofloxacin have not seen causing birth defects. It is not known whether ophthalmic ciprofloxin passes into breast milk. However, Ciprofloxacin given by mouth does pass into breast milk. Mothers who are using this medicine while breast-feeding should discuss this with their doctor.