CIPROFLOXACIN 500 mg Tablet, 20-count
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- Ciprofloxacin treats a wide range of bacterial infections — things like urinary tract infections, skin infections, bone and joint infections, infectious diarrhea, typhoid fever, an...
- What kinds of infections does ciprofloxacin actually treat?
- You can take ciprofloxacin with or without food — that part's flexible. But avoid taking it at the same time as milk, yogurt, or calcium-fortified juices, because dairy and calcium...
- The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting — uncomfortable, but usually manageable. The ones that mean stop-and-call-your-doctor-now are tendon pain (especiall...
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Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 00143-9928-01 | Hikma | 100 tablets | $0.124 | — | Availability likely | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 00904-7243-61 | Major | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 16252-0515-01 | Teva | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 43547-0689-10 | Solco | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 59651-0867-01 | Aurobindo | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 60687-0860-01 | American | 1 tablet | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 60687-0947-01 | American | 1 tablet | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 61442-0223-01 | Carlsbad | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 62135-0309-01 | Chartwell | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 65862-0077-01 | Aurobindo | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 69367-0386-01 | Westminster | 100 tablets | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 58657-0676-01 | Method | 100 tablets | $0.159 | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 00615-8546-10 | NCS | 10 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 00615-8630-10 | NCS | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 16571-0412-05 | Rising | 50 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 42708-0088-14 | QPharma | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 42708-0192-14 | QPharma, | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 43063-0547-01 | PD-Rx | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 43063-0869-06 | PD-Rx | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 43063-0923-02 | PD-Rx | 2 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 50090-1648-00 | A-S | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 50090-1649-00 | A-S | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 50090-7843-00 | A-S | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 50090-7848-01 | A-S | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Cipro 500 mg 50419-0754-01 | Bayer | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 51407-0165-01 | Golden | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 51655-0216-20 | Northwind | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 51655-0490-20 | Northwind | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 54348-0663-01 | PharmPak, | 1 tablet | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 55154-0193-00 | Cardinal | 1 tablet | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 59651-0977-15 | Aurobindo | 1500 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 60429-0042-20 | Golden | 20 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 60760-0676-10 | St. | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 60760-0689-10 | ST. | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 63187-0017-06 | Proficient | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 63629-1010-01 | Bryant | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 66267-0716-02 | NuCare | 2 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 66267-0919-06 | NuCare | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 67046-1537-03 | Coupler | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 67296-1848-02 | Redpharm | 20 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 67296-2135-01 | Redpharm | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 67296-2208-01 | Redpharm | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-2267-01 | NuCare | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-2269-04 | NuCare | 4 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-2384-01 | NuCare | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-2404-02 | NuCare | 2 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-3610-01 | NuCare | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-3737-02 | NuCare | 2 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68071-4122-01 | NuCare | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68788-8136-00 | Preferred | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 68788-8692-00 | Preferred | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 69117-0009-01 | Yiling | 500 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 69238-2433-01 | Amneal | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 70518-3063-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 30 tablets | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 70518-4214-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 70518-4229-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 70934-0965-06 | Denton | 6 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71205-0649-06 | Proficient | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71205-0997-00 | Proficient | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-0070-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-1229-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-1347-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-2046-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-2054-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71335-2450-00 | Bryant | 7 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71610-0081-83 | Aphena | 3600 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71610-0109-30 | Aphena | 30 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 71610-0159-83 | Aphena | 3600 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72162-1741-02 | Bryant | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72162-2425-01 | Bryant | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72189-0111-14 | DIRECT | 14 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72189-0300-06 | DirectRx | 6 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72189-0623-10 | Direct_Rx | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72189-0627-10 | Direct_Rx | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0065-20 | PD-Rx | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0108-02 | PD-Rx | 2 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0118-01 | PD-Rx | 100 tablets | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0330-06 | PD-Rx | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0511-10 | PD-Rx | 10 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 72789-0520-06 | PD-Rx | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 76420-0045-06 | Asclemed | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 76420-0929-01 | Asclemed | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin HCL 500 mg 80425-0192-01 | Advanced | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 80425-0492-01 | Advanced | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 80425-0493-01 | Advanced | 20 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 82804-0130-06 | Proficient | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 82804-0260-06 | Proficient | 6 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 82982-0050-14 | Pharmasource | 14 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 83008-0078-20 | Quality | 20 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride 500 mg 83939-0002-01 | VERITYRX, | 1 tablet | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| ciprofloxacin 500 mg 85293-0003-01 | Umasuto, | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 85766-0100-01 | Sportpharm | 100 tablets | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Ciprofloxacin 500 mgthis 61919-0361-20 | DIRECT | 20 tablets | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 61919-0361-06 | 6 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (61919-361-06) | 2016-11-16 | Inactivated by FDA |
| 61919-0361-10 | 10 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (61919-361-10) | 2016-11-16 | Inactivated by FDA |
| 61919-0361-14 | 14 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (61919-361-14) | 2016-11-16 | Inactivated by FDA |
| 61919-0361-20 You're viewing this | 20 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (61919-361-20) | 2016-11-16 | Inactivated by FDA |
| 61919-0361-30 | 30 TABLET in 1 BOTTLE (61919-361-30) | 2016-11-16 | Inactivated by FDA |
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🚨 Boxed Warning ▾
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 [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.1)]. Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, may exacerbate muscle weakness in persons with myasthenia gravis.
Avoid ciprofloxacin in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.2)].
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Ciprofloxacin is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible isolates of the designated microorganisms in the conditions and patient populations listed below.
1.1Urinary Tract Infections Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia marcescens, Proteus mirabilis, Providencia rettgeri, Morganella morganii, Citrobacter koseri, Citrobacter freundii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus epidermidis, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, or Enterococcus faecalis.
1.2Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult female patients for treatment of acute uncomplicated cystitis caused by Escherichia coli or Staphylococcus saprophyticus.
1.3Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis caused by Escherichia coli or Proteus mirabilis.
1.4Lower Respiratory Tract Infections Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of lower respiratory tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, or Streptococcus pneumoniae. Also, ciprofloxacin is indicated for the treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis caused by Moraxella catarrhalis [see INDICATIONS AND USAGE (1.15)].
1.5Acute Sinusitis Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of acute sinusitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Moraxella catarrhalis.
1.6Skin and Skin Structure Infections Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of skin and skin structure infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter cloacae, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia stuartii, Morganella morganii, Citrobacter freundii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus epidermidis, or Streptococcus pyogenes.
1.7Bone and Joint Infections Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of bone and joint infections caused by Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia marcescens, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
1.8Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections (used in combination with metronidazole) caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, or Bacteroides fragilis.
1.9Infectious Diarrhea Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of infectious diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli (enterotoxigenic isolates), Campylobacter jejuni, Shigella boydii † , Shigella dysenteriae, Shigella flexneri or Shigella sonnei† when antibacterial therapy is indicated. †Although treatment of infections due to this organism in this organ system demonstrated a clinically significant outcome, efficacy was studied in fewer than 10 patients.
1.10Typhoid Fever (Enteric Fever) Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of typhoid fever (enteric fever) caused by Salmonella typhi. The efficacy of ciprofloxacin in the eradication of the chronic typhoid carrier state has not been demonstrated.
1.11Uncomplicated Cervical and Urethral Gonorrhea Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adult patients for treatment of uncomplicated cervical and urethral gonorrhea due to Neisseria gonorrhoeae [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.16)].
1.12Complicated Urinary Tract Infections and Pyelonephritis Ciprofloxacin is indicated in pediatric patients one to 17 years of age for treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI) and pyelonephritis due to Escherichia coli [see INDICATIONS AND USAGE (1.15) and USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS (8.4)].
1.13 Inhalational Anthrax (post-exposure) Ciprofloxacin is indicated in adults and p…
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Ciprofloxacin should be administered orally as described in the appropriate Dosage Guidelines tables.
2.1Dosage in Adults The determination of dosage and duration for any particular patient must take into consideration the severity and nature of the infection, the susceptibility of the causative microorganism, the integrity of the patient’s host-defense mechanisms, and the status of renal and hepatic function. Table 1: Adult Dosage Guidelines * Generally ciprofloxacin should be continued for at least 2 days after the signs and symptoms of infection have disappeared, except for inhalational anthrax (post-exposure). † Used in conjunction with metronidazole. ‡ Begin drug administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure.
Infection Dose Frequency Usual Durations* Urinary Tract 250 mg- 500 mg every 12 hours 7 to 14 days Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis 250 mg every 12 hours 3 days Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis 500 mg every 12 hours 28 days Lower Respiratory Tract 500 mg -750 mg every 12 hours 7 to 14 days Acute Sinusitis 500 mg every 12 hours 10 days Skin and Skin Structure 500 mg -750 mg every 12 hours 7 to 14 days Bone and Joint 500 mg -750 mg every 12 hours 4 to 8 weeks Complicated Intra–Abdominal† 500 mg every 12 hours 7 to 14 days Infectious Diarrhea 500 mg every 12 hours 5 to 7 days Typhoid Fever 500 mg every 12 hours 10 days Uncomplicated Urethral and Cervical Gonococcal Infections 250 mg single dose single dose Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure)‡ 500 mg every 12 hours 60 days Plague‡ 500 mg - 750 mg every 12 hours 14 days Conversion of IV to Oral Dosing in Adults Patients whose therapy is started with ciprofloxacin IV may be switched to ciprofloxacin tablets or Oral Suspension when clinically indicated at the discretion of the physician (Table 2) [see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY (12.3)].
Table 2: Equivalent AUC Dosing Regimens Ciprofloxacin Oral Dosage Equivalent Ciprofloxacin IV Dosage 250 mg Tablet every 12 hours 200 mg intravenous every 12 hours 500 mg Tablet every 12 hours 400 mg intravenous every 12 hours 750 mg Tablet every 12 hours 400 mg intravenous every 8 hours
2.2Dosage in Pediatric Patients Dosing and initial route of therapy (that is, IV or oral) for cUTI or pyelonephritis should be determined by the severity of the infection. Ciprofloxacin should be administered as described in Table 3. Table 3: Pediatric Dosage Guidelines * The total duration of therapy for cUTI and pyelonephritis in the clinical trial was determined by the physician.
The mean duration of treatment was 11 days (range 10 to 21 days). † Begin drug administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure. ‡ Begin drug administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure to Y. pestis. Infection Dose Frequency Total Duration Complicated Urinary Tract or Pyelonephritis (patients from 1 to 17 years of age) 10 mg/kg to 20 mg/kg (maximum 750 mg per dose; not to be exceeded even in patients weighing more than 51 kg) Every 12 hours 10 to 21 days * Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure) † 15 mg/kg (maximum 500 mg per dose) Every 12 hours 60 days Plague † , ‡ 15 mg/kg (maximum 500 mg per dose) Every 12 to 8 hours 10 -21 days
2.3Dosage Modifications in Patients with Renal Impairment Ciprofloxacin is eliminated primarily by renal excretion; however, the drug is also metabolized and partially cleared through the biliary system of the liver and through the intestine. These alternative pathways of drug elimination appear to compensate for the reduced renal excretion in patients with renal impairment. Nonetheless, some modification of dosage is recommended, particularly for patients with severe renal dysfunction.
Dosage guidelines for use in patients with renal impairment are shown in Table 4. Table 4: Recommended Starting and Maintenance Doses for Adult Patients with Impaired Renal Function Creatinine Clearance (mL/min) Dose > 50 See Usual Dosage. 30 - 50 250 mg - 500 mg every 12 hours 5 - 29 250 mg - 500 mg…
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3.1Tablets 250 mg white to slightly yellowish, film-coated, round, biconvex, embossed with word “P” on one side and 250 on reverse side 500 mg white to slightly yellowish, film-coated, capsule shaped, embossed with the word “P” on one side and “500” on reverse side 750 mg white to slightly yellowish, film-coated, capsule shaped, embossed with the word “P” on one side and “750” on reverse side
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4.1Hypersensitivity Ciprofloxacin is contraindicated in persons with a history of hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin, any member of the quinolone class of antibacterials, or any of the product components [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.3)].
4.2Tizanidine Concomitant administration with tizanidine is contraindicated [see DRUG INTERACTIONS (7)].
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5.1Tendinopathy and Tendon Rupture Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, are associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. This adverse reaction most frequently involves the Achilles tendon, and rupture of the Achilles tendon may require surgical repair. Tendinitis and tendon rupture in the rotator cuff (the shoulder), the hand, the biceps, the thumb, and other tendon sites have also been reported.
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture 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. Factors, in addition to age and corticosteroid use, that may independently increase the risk of tendon rupture include strenuous physical activity, renal failure, and previous tendon disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. Tendinitis and tendon rupture have also occurred in patients taking fluoroquinolones who do not have the above risk factors.
Inflammation and tendon rupture can occur, sometimes bilaterally, even within the first 48 hours, during or after completion of therapy; cases occurring up to several months after completion of therapy have been reported. Ciprofloxacin should be used with caution in patients with a history of tendon disorders, ciprofloxacin should be discontinued if the patient experiences pain, swelling, inflammation or rupture of a tendon[see ADVERSE REACTIONS (6.2)
5.2Exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have neuromuscular blocking activity and may exacerbate muscle weakness in persons with myasthenia gravis. Postmarketing serious adverse events, including deaths and requirement for ventilatory support, have been associated with fluoroquinolone use in persons with myasthenia gravis. Avoid ciprofloxacin in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis. [see ADVERSE REACTIONS (6.2).]
5.3Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions, some following the first dose, have been reported in patients receiving quinolone therapy, including ciprofloxacin. Some reactions were accompanied by cardiovascular collapse, loss of consciousness, tingling, pharyngeal or facial edema, dyspnea, urticaria, and itching. Only a few patients had a history of hypersensitivity reactions.
Serious anaphylactic reactions require immediate emergency treatment with epinephrine and other resuscitation measures, including oxygen, intravenous fluids, intravenous antihistamines, corticosteroids, pressor amines, and airway management, including intubation, as indicated. [see ADVERSE REACTIONS (6.1).]
5.4Other Serious and Sometimes Fatal Reactions Other serious and sometimes fatal events, some due to hypersensitivity, and some due to uncertain etiology, have been reported in patients receiving therapy with quinolones, including ciprofloxacin. These events may be severe and generally occur following the administration of multiple doses. Clinical manifestations may include one or more of the following: Fever, rash, or severe dermatologic reactions (for example, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome); Vasculitis; arthralgia; myalgia; serum sickness; Allergic pneumonitis; Interstitial nephritis; acute renal insufficiency or failure; Hepatitis; jaundice; acute hepatic necrosis or failure; Anemia, including hemolytic and aplastic; thrombocytopenia, including thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura; leukopenia; agranulocytosis; pancytopenia; and/or other hematologic abnormalities.
Discontinue ciprofloxacin immediately at the first appearance of a skin rash, jaundice, or any other sign of hypersensitivity and supportive measures instituted [see ADVERSE REACTIONS (6.1, 6.2)].
5.5Hepatotoxicity Cases of severe hepatotoxicity, including hepatic necrosis, life-threatening hepatic failure, and fatal events, have been reported with ciprofloxacin. Acute liver injury is…
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The following serious and otherwise important adverse drug reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of labeling: Tendon Effects [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.1)] Exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.2)] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.3)] Other Serious and Sometimes Fatal Reactions [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.4)] Hepatotoxicity [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.5)] Serious Adverse Reactions with Concomitant Theophylline [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.6)] Central Nervous System Effects [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.7)] Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhea [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.8)] Peripheral Neuropathy [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.9)] Prolongation of the QT Interval [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.10)] Musculoskeletal Disorders in Pediatric Patients [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.11)] Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.13)] Development of Drug Resistant Bacteria [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.14)]
6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adult Patients During clinical investigations with oral and parenteral ciprofloxacin, 49,038 patients received courses of the drug. The most frequently reported adverse reactions, from clinical trials of all formulations, all dosages, all drug-therapy durations, and for all indications of ciprofloxacin therapy were nausea (2.5%), diarrhea (1.6%), liver function tests abnormal (1.3%), vomiting (1%), and rash (1%).
Table 6: Medically Important Adverse Reactions That Occurred In less than 1% of Ciprofloxacin Patients System Organ Class Adverse Reactions Body as a Whole Headache Abdominal Pain/Discomfort Pain Cardiovascular Syncope Angina Pectoris Myocardial Infarction Cardiopulmonary Arrest Tachycardia Hypotension Central Nervous System Restlessness Dizziness Insomnia Nightmares Hallucinations Paranoia Psychosis (toxic) Manic Reaction Irritability Tremor Ataxia Seizures (including Status Epilepticus) Malaise Anorexia Phobia Depersonalization Depression (potentially culminating in self-injurious behavior (such as suicidal ideations/thoughts and attempted or completed suicide) Paresthesia Abnormal Gait Migraine Gastrointestinal Intestinal Perforation Gastrointestinal Bleeding Cholestatic Jaundice Hepatitis Pancreatitis Hemic/Lymphatic Petechia Metabolic/Nutritional Hyperglycemia Hypoglycemia Musculoskeletal Arthralgia Joint Stiffness Muscle Weakness Renal/Urogenital Interstitial Nephritis Renal Failure Respiratory Dyspnea Laryngeal Edema Hemoptysis Bronchospasm Skin/Hypersensitivity Anaphylactic Reactions including life-threatening anaphylactic shock Erythema Multiforme/Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Exfoliative Dermatitis Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Pruritus Urticaria Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity reaction Flushing Fever Angioedema Erythema Nodosum Sweating Special Senses Blurred Vision Disturbed Vision (chromatopsia and photopsia) Decreased Visual Acuity Diplopia Tinnitus Hearing Loss Bad Taste In randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trials comparing ciprofloxacin tablets [500 mg two times daily (BID)] to cefuroxime axetil (250 mg - 500 mg BID) and to clarithromycin (500 mg BID) in patients with respiratory tract infections, ciprofloxacin demonstrated a CNS adverse reaction profile comparable to the control drugs.
Pediatric Patients Short (6 weeks) and long term (1 year) musculoskeletal and neurological safety of oral/intravenous ciprofloxacin, was compared to a cephalosporin for treatment of cUTI or pyelonephritis in pediatric patients 1 to 17 years of age (mean age of 6 ± 4 years) in an international multicenter trial. The duration of therapy was 10 to 21 days (mean duration of treatment was 11 days with…
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8.1Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects. Pregnancy Category C There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Ciprofloxacin should not be used during pregnancy unless the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to both fetus and mother.
An expert review of published data on experiences with ciprofloxacin use during pregnancy by TERIS–the Teratogen Information System–concluded that therapeutic doses during pregnancy are unlikely to pose a substantial teratogenic risk (quantity and quality of data = fair), but the data are insufficient to state that there is no risk.2 A controlled prospective observational study followed 200 women exposed to fluoroquinolones (52.5% exposed to ciprofloxacin and 68% first trimester exposures) during gestation.3In utero exposure to fluoroquinolones during embryogenesis was not associated with increased risk of major malformations.
The reported rates of major congenital malformations were 2.2% for the fluoroquinolone group and 2.6% for the control group (background incidence of major malformations is 1% - 5%). Rates of spontaneous abortions, prematurity and low birth weight did not differ between the groups and there were no clinically significant musculoskeletal dysfunctions up to one year of age in the ciprofloxacin exposed children. Another prospective follow-up study reported on 549 pregnancies with fluoroquinolone exposure (93% first trimester exposures).4 There were 70 ciprofloxacin exposures, all within the first trimester.
The malformation rates among live-born babies exposed to ciprofloxacin and to fluoroquinolones overall were both within background incidence ranges. No specific patterns of congenital abnormalities were found. The study did not reveal any clear adverse reactions due to in utero exposure to ciprofloxacin.
No differences in the rates of prematurity, spontaneous abortions, or birth weight were seen in women exposed to ciprofloxacin during pregnancy.2,3 However, these small postmarketing epidemiology studies, of which most experience is from short term, first trimester exposure, are insufficient to evaluate the risk for less common defects or to permit reliable and definitive conclusions regarding the safety of ciprofloxacin in pregnant women and their developing fetuses. Reproduction studies have been performed in rats and mice using oral doses up to 100 mg/kg (0.6 and 0.3 times the maximum daily human dose based upon body surface area, respectively) and have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus due to ciprofloxacin.
In rabbits, oral ciprofloxacin dose levels of 30 and 100 mg/kg (approximately 0.4-and 1.3-times the highest recommended therapeutic dose based upon body surface area) produced gastrointestinal toxicity resulting in maternal weight loss and an increased incidence of abortion, but no teratogenicity was observed at either dose level. After intravenous administration of doses up to 20 mg/kg (approximately 0.3-times the highest recommended therapeutic dose based upon body surface area), no maternal toxicity was produced and no embryotoxicity or teratogenicity was observed.
8.3Nursing Mothers Ciprofloxacin is excreted in human milk. The amount of ciprofloxacin absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. Because of the potential risk of serious adverse reactions (including articular damage) in infants nursing from mothers taking ciprofloxacin, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
8.4Pediatric Use Although effective in clinical trials, ciprofloxacin is not a drug of first choice in the pediatric population due to an increased incidence of adverse reactions compared to controls. Quinolones, including ciprofloxacin, cause arthropathy in juvenile animals [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.11) and NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY (13.2)]. Complicated Urinary Tract Infection and Pyelonephritis Ciprofloxacin is indicated for the treatment of cUTI and py…
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In the event of acute overdosage, reversible renal toxicity has been reported in some cases. Empty the stomach by inducing vomiting or by gastric lavage. Observe the patient carefully and give supportive treatment, including monitoring of renal function, urinary pH and acidify, if required, to prevent crystalluria and administration of magnesium, aluminum, or calcium containing antacids which can reduce the absorption of ciprofloxacin.
Adequate hydration must be maintained. Only a small amount of ciprofloxacin (less than 10%) is removed from the body after hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
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12.1Mechanism of Action Ciprofloxacin is a member of the fluoroquinolone class of antibacterial agents [see MICROBIOLOGY (12.4)].
12.3Pharmacokinetics Absorption The absolute bioavailability of ciprofloxacin when given as an oral tablet is approximately 70% with no substantial loss by first pass metabolism. Ciprofloxacin maximum serum concentrations and area under the curve are shown in the chart for the 250 mg to 1000 mg dose range (Table 10). Table 10: Maximum Serum Concentrations and Areas Under the Curve Dose (mg) Maximum Serum Concentration (mcg/mL) Area Under Curve (AUC) (mcg•hr/mL) 250 1.2 4.8 500 2.4 11.6 750 4.3 20.2 1000 5.4
30.8Maximum serum concentrations are attained 1 to 2 hours after oral dosing. Mean concentrations 12 hours after dosing with 250, 500, or 750 mg are 0.1, 0.2, and 0.4 mcg/mL, respectively. The serum elimination half-life in subjects with normal renal function is approximately 4 hours.
Serum concentrations increase proportionately with doses up to 1000 mg. A 500 mg oral dose given every 12 hours has been shown to produce an area under the serum concentration time curve (AUC) equivalent to that produced by an intravenous infusion of 400 mg ciprofloxacin given over 60 minutes every 12 hours. A 750 mg oral dose given every 12 hours has been shown to produce an AUC at steady-state equivalent to that produced by an intravenous infusion of 400 mg given over 60 minutes every 8 hours.
A 750 mg oral dose results in a Cmax similar to that observed with a 400 mg intravenous dose. A 250 mg oral dose given every 12 hours produces an AUC equivalent to that produced by an infusion of 200 mg ciprofloxacin given every 12 hours (Table 11). Table 11: Steady-state Pharmacokinetic Parameters Following Multiple Oral and IV Doses * AUC 0 to 12h † AUC 24h = AUC 0 to 12h x 2 ‡ AUC 24h = AUC 0 to 8h x 3 Parameters 500 mg 400 mg 750 mg 400 mg Every 12 hours, orally Every 12 hours, intravenous Every 12 hours, orally Every 8 hours, IV AUC (mcg•hr/mL) 13.7* 12.7* 31.6† 32.9‡ Cmax (mcg/mL) 2.97 4.56 3.59
4.07Food When ciprofloxacin tablet is given concomitantly with food, there is a delay in the absorption of the drug, resulting in peak concentrations that occur closer to 2 hours after dosing rather than 1 hour. The overall absorption of ciprofloxacin tablets, however, is not substantially affected. Avoid concomitant administration of ciprofloxacin with dairy products (like milk or yogurt) or calcium-fortified juices alone since decreased absorption is possible; however, ciprofloxacin may be taken with a meal that contains these products With oral administration, a 500 mg dose, given as 10 mL of the 5% ciprofloxacin suspension (containing 250 mg ciprofloxacin/5mL) is bioequivalent to the 500 mg tablet.
Distribution The binding of ciprofloxacin to serum proteins is 20% to 40% which is not likely to be high enough to cause significant protein binding interactions with other drugs. After oral administration, ciprofloxacin is widely distributed throughout the body. Tissue concentrations often exceed serum concentrations in both men and women, particularly in genital tissue including the prostate.
Ciprofloxacin is present in active form in the saliva, nasal and bronchial secretions, mucosa of the sinuses, sputum, skin blister fluid, lymph, peritoneal fluid, bile, and prostatic secretions. Ciprofloxacin has also been detected in lung, skin, fat, muscle, cartilage, and bone. The drug diffuses into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF); however, CSF concentrations are generally less than 10% of peak serum concentrations.
Low levels of the drug have been detected in the aqueous and vitreous humors of the eye. Metabolism Four metabolites have been identified in human urine which together account for approximately 15% of an oral dose. The metabolites have antimicrobial activity, but are less active than unchanged ciprofloxacin.
Ciprofloxacin is an inhibitor of human cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) mediated metabolism. Co-administration of ciprof…
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Ciprofloxacin (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) Tablets USP are available as round, biconvex white to slightly yellowish film coated tablets containing 250 mg of ciprofloxacin. The 250 mg tablet is embossed with the word “P” on one side and “250” on reverse side. Ciprofloxacin (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) Tablets USP is also available as capsule shaped, white to slightly yellowish film coated tablets containing 500mg of ciprofloxacin.
The 500 mg tablet is embossed with the word “P” on one side and “500” on reverse side. Ciprofloxacin (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) Tablets USP is also available as capsule shaped, white to slightly yellowish film coated tablets containing 750 mg of ciprofloxacin. The 750 mg tablet is embossed with the word “P” on one side and “750” on reverse side.
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Ciprofloxacin (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride) Tablets USP are synthetic antimicrobial agents for oral administration. Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, USP, a fluoroquinolone, is the monohydrochloride monohydrate salt of 1-cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1, 4-dihydro-4-oxo-7-(1-piperazinyl)-3quinolinecarboxylic acid. It is a faintly yellowish to light yellow crystalline substance with a molecular weight of 385.8.
Its empirical formula is C17H18FN3O3 •HCl •H2O and its chemical structure is as follows: Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Structural Formula Ciprofloxacin film-coated Tablets are available in 250 mg, 500 mg and 750 mg (ciprofloxacin equivalent) strengths. Ciprofloxacin tablets USP are white to slightly yellowish. The inactive ingredients are pregelatinized starch, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, polyethylene glycol, and purified water.
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Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (MEDICATION GUIDE) Antibacterial Resistance Inform patients that antibacterial drugs including ciprofloxacin should only be used to treat bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections (for example, the common cold). When ciprofloxacin is prescribed to treat a bacterial infection, patients should be told that although it is common to feel better early in the course of therapy, the medication should be taken exactly as directed.
Skipping doses or not completing the full course of therapy may (1) decrease the effectiveness of the immediate treatment and (2) increase the likelihood that bacteria will develop resistance and will not be treatable by ciprofloxacin, or other antibacterial drugs in the future. Administration with Food, Fluids, and Concomitant Medications Inform patients that ciprofloxacin may be taken with or without food. Inform patients to drink fluids liberally while taking ciprofloxacin to avoid formation of highly concentrated urine and crystal formation in the urine.
Inform patients that antacids containing magnesium, or aluminum, as well as sucralfate, metal cations such as iron, and multivitamin preparations with zinc or didanosine should be taken at least two hours before or six hours after ciprofloxacin administration. Ciprofloxacin should not be taken with dairy products (like milk or yogurt) or calcium-fortified juices alone since absorption of ciprofloxacin may be significantly reduced; however, ciprofloxacin may be taken with a meal that contains these products. Serious and Potentially Serious Adverse Reactions Inform patients of the following serious adverse reactions that have been associated with ciprofloxacin or other fluoroquinolone use: Tendon Disorders: Instruct patients to contact their healthcare provider if they experience pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon, or weakness or inability to use one of their joints; rest and refrain from exercise; and discontinue ciprofloxacin treatment.
The risk of severe tendon disorder with fluoroquinolones is higher in older patients usually over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. Exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis: Instruct patients to inform their physician of any history of myasthenia gravis. Instruct patients to notify their physician if they experience any symptoms of muscle weakness, including respiratory difficulties.
Hypersensitivity Reactions: Inform patients that ciprofloxacin can cause hypersensitivity reactions, even following a single dose, and to discontinue the drug at the first sign of a skin rash, hives or other skin reactions, a rapid heartbeat, difficulty in swallowing or breathing, any swelling suggesting angioedema (for example, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, tightness of the throat, hoarseness), or other symptoms of an allergic reaction. Hepatotoxicity: Inform patients that severe hepatotoxicity (including acute hepatitis and fatal events) has been reported in patients taking ciprofloxacin.
Instruct patients to inform their physician if they experience any signs or symptoms of liver injury including: loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fever, weakness, tiredness, right upper quadrant tenderness, itching, yellowing of the skin and eyes, light colored bowel movements or dark colored urine. Convulsions: Inform patients that convulsions have been reported in patients receiving fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin. Instruct patients to notify their physician before taking this drug if they have a history of convulsions.
Neurologic Adverse Effects (for example, dizziness, lightheadedness, increased intracranial pressure): Inform patients that they should know how they react to ciprofloxacin before they operate an automobile or machinery or engage in other activities requiring mental alertness and coordination. Instruct patients to notify their physician if persistent headache with o…
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Medication Guide for Ciprofloxacin Tablets USP, 250 mg, 500 mg and 750 mg Read this Medication Guide before you start taking ciprofloxacin and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment.
What is the most important information I should know about ciprofloxacin? Ciprofloxacin a fluoroquinolone antibacterial medicine, can cause serious side effects. Some of these serious side effects could result in death.
If you get any of the following serious side effects while you take ciprofloxacin, get medical help right away. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether you should continue to take ciprofloxacin. Tendon rupture or swelling of the tendon (tendinitis).
Tendon problems can happen in people of all ages who take ciprofloxacin. Tendons are tough cords of tissue that connect muscles to bones. Symptoms of tendon problems may include: pain swelling tears and inflammation of tendons including the back of the ankle (Achilles), shoulder, hand, or other tendon sites.
The risk of getting tendon problems while you take ciprofloxacin is higher if you: are over 60 years of age are taking steroids (corticosteroids) have had a kidney, heart or lung transplant Tendon problems can happen in people who do not have the above risk factors when they take ciprofloxacin. Other reasons that can increase your risk of tendon problems can include: physical activity or exercise kidney failure tendon problems in the past, such as in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Call your healthcare provider right away at the first sign of tendon pain, swelling or inflammation.
Stop taking ciprofloxacin until tendinitis or tendon rupture has been ruled out by your healthcare provider. Avoid exercise and using the affected area. The most common area of pain and swelling is the Achilles tendon at the back of your ankle.
This can also happen with other tendons. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risk of tendon rupture with continued use of ciprofloxacin. You may need a different antibiotic that is not a fluoroquinolone to treat your infection.
Tendon rupture can happen while you are taking or after you have finished taking ciprofloxacin. Tendon ruptures have happened up to several months after people have finished taking their fluoroquinolone. Get medical help right away if you get any of the following signs or symptoms of a tendon rupture: hear or feel a snap or pop in a tendon area bruising right after an injury in a tendon area unable to move the affected area or bear weight Worsening of myasthenia gravis (a problem that causes muscle weakness).
Fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin may cause worsening of myasthenia gravis symptoms, including muscle weakness and breathing problems. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any worsening muscle weakness or breathing problems. See “What are the possible side effects of ciprofloxacin?” What is ciprofloxacin?
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial medicine used in adults age 18 years and older to treat certain infections caused by certain germs called bacteria. These bacterial infection include: urinary tract infection chronic prostate infection lower respiratory tract infection sinus infection skin infection bone and joint infection nosocomial pneumonia intra-abdominal infection, complicated infectious diarrhea typhoid (enteric) fever cervical and urethral gonorrhea, uncomplicated people with a low white blood cell count and a fever inhalational anthrax plague Studies of ciprofloxacin for use in the treatment of plague and anthrax were done in animals only, because plague and anthrax could not be studied in people.
Ciprofloxacin is also used in children younger than 18 years of age to treat complicated urinary tract and kidney infectionsand who may have breathed in anthrax germs, have plague or have been exposed to plague germs. Children younger th…