Ciprofloxacin

Question 0

Cipro normal dosage

Answer 0

500 to 750 mg PO Q 12
or
400 to 500 mg IV Q 12

Question 1

Ciprofloxacin

Trade name class

Answer 1

Cipro
Anti infective
Fluoroquinolone

Question 2

Cipro physiologic action

Answer 2

inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis and susceptible organisms bacteriocidal

Question 3

Cipro side effects

Answer 3

Nausea 
vomiting 
diarrhea 
fatigue 
confusion 
insomnia

Question 4

Cipro nursing implications

Answer 4

Assess for infection culture and sensitivity
Assess for anaphylaxis including rash itching laryngeal edema and wheezing
Monitor bowel function

Question 5

Cipro effects on labs

Answer 5

May increase AST, a LT, LVH, Bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase and may effect glucose
Will increase theophylline levels and Coumadin levels

Question 6

Cipro teaching

Answer 6

Take as directed finish full treatment
Maintain 1500 to 2000 mL of fluid intake
use sunscreen for photosensitivity
Signs and symptoms of superinfection are; black furry tongue, vaginal itching or discharge, loose or foul-smelling stool

Question 7

Cipro contraindication

Answer 7

Hypersensitivity