Ciprofloxacin (trade name Cipro) is an antibiotic of the fluoroquinolone class. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis. It is given intravenously every 12 hours at a normal dosage of 400 mg. Common side effects include seizures, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and tendinitis. Nurses should monitor for signs of allergic reaction, tendon damage, severe diarrhea, and superinfection.
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Ciprofloxacin (trade name Cipro) is an antibiotic of the fluoroquinolone class. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis. It is given intravenously every 12 hours at a normal dosage of 400 mg. Common side effects include seizures, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and tendinitis. Nurses should monitor for signs of allergic reaction, tendon damage, severe diarrhea, and superinfection.
Ciprofloxacin (trade name Cipro) is an antibiotic of the fluoroquinolone class. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis. It is given intravenously every 12 hours at a normal dosage of 400 mg. Common side effects include seizures, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and tendinitis. Nurses should monitor for signs of allergic reaction, tendon damage, severe diarrhea, and superinfection.
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Ciprofloxacin (trade name Cipro) is an antibiotic of the fluoroquinolone class. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis. It is given intravenously every 12 hours at a normal dosage of 400 mg. Common side effects include seizures, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and tendinitis. Nurses should monitor for signs of allergic reaction, tendon damage, severe diarrhea, and superinfection.
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Generic Name Ciprofloxacin Peak End of infusion
Trade Name Cipro Onset Rapid
Classification Dose Route Time/frequency antibiotic fluoroquinalone 400 mg IV Q 12 hr Duration Normal Dosage Range 12 hr 400 mg Q 12 hr For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions Recommended temporary suspension of other fluids when administering Cipro.
Why is your patient getting this medication: May be used for intra-abdominal infections
Mechanism of action and indications: (Why med ordered.) Rx inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase. Therapeutic effect: death of susceptible bacteria.
Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Hypersensitivity. Geri: Increased risk of adverse reactions.
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal medicines (ask patient specifically): MOM may decrease the absorption of Cipro
Common side effects: CNS: SEIZURES, dizziness, H/A, insomnia, acute psychosis, agitation, confusion, drowsiness. GI: PSEUDOMEMBRANOUS COLITIS, diarrhea, N/V, abdominal pain, increased LFTs. Derm: photosensitivity, rash. Endo: hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia. MS: tendinitis, tendon rupture. Misc: hypersensitivity reactions: ANAPHYLAXIS, STEVENSJOHNSON SYDROME Lab value alterations caused by medicine: May increase serum AST, ALT, LDH, bilirubin, and alkaline phosphatase. May increase or decrease serum glucose. Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication: May take with food to decrease GI irritation. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after dairy products. Encourage pt to maintain fluid intake of at least 1500- 2000 ml /day to prevent crystalluria. Report signs of superinfection; (furry tongue, loose stools.) Assessment Evaluation Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving med? Resolution of S/S of infection, No signs of superinfection. Signs of tendon pain, swelling, redness. Severe rash, pruritis. Severe diarrhea, signs of pseudomembranous colitis.
Nursing Process- Assessment (Pre-administration assessment) Vital signs, Observe for signs of anaphylaxis, tendon pain.
