Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose: Package Insert / Prescribing Info
Package insert / product label
Generic name: ciprofloxacin
Dosage form: injection, solution
Drug class: Quinolones and fluoroquinolones
J Code (medical billing code): J0744 (200 mg, injection)
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2023.
On This Page
- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Overdosage
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
- Clinical Studies
- References
- How Supplied/Storage and Handling
- Patient Counseling Information
- Medication Guide
Highlights of Prescribing Information
CIPROFLOXACIN injection, for intravenous infusion.
Initial U.S. Approval: 1990
WARNING: SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS INCLUDING TENDINITIS, TENDON RUPTURE, PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS AND EXACERBATION OF MYASTHENIA GRAVIS
See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.
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Fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection) have been associated with disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions that have occurred together (5.1), including:
- Tendinitis and tendon rupture (5.2)
- Peripheral neuropathy (5.3)
- Central nervous system effects (5.4)
Discontinue Ciprofloxacin Injection immediately and avoid the use of fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), in patients who experience any of these serious adverse reactions (5.1)
- Fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), may exacerbate muscle weakness in patients with myasthenia gravis. Avoid Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection) in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis. (5.5)
- Because fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), have been associated with serious adverse reactions (5.1 to 5.16), reserve Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection) for use in patients who have no alternative treatment options for the following indications:
Indications and Usage for Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose
Ciprofloxacin Injection is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial indicated in adults (≥18 years of age) with the following infections caused by designated, susceptible bacteria and in pediatric patients where indicated:
- Skin and Skin Structure Infections (1.1)
- Bone and Joint Infections (1.2)
- Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections (1.3)
- Nosocomial Pneumonia (1.4)
- Empirical Therapy for Febrile Neutropenic Patients (1.5)
- Inhalational Anthrax Post-Exposure in Adult and Pediatric Patients (1.6)
- Plague in Adult and Pediatric Patients (1.7)
- Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis (1.8)
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (1.9)
- Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis
- Urinary Tract Infections (1.10)
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
- Complicated UTI and Pyelonephritis in Pediatric Patients
- Acute Sinusitis (1.11)
Usage
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Ciprofloxacin Injection and other antibacterial drugs, Ciprofloxacin Injection should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria. (1.12)
Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose Dosage and Administration
Adult Dosage Guidelines | |||
Infection | Dose | Frequency | Duration |
Skin and Skin Structure | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Bone and Joint | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 4 to 8 weeks |
Complicated Intra-Abdominal | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Nosocomial Pneumonia | 400 mg | every 8 hours | 10 to 14 days |
Empirical Therapy In Febrile Neutropenic Patients | 400 mg and Piperacillin 50 mg/kg | every 8 hours every 4 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Inhalational anthrax (post-exposure) | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 60 days |
Plague | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 14 days |
Chronic Bacterial prostatitis | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 28 days |
Lower Respiratory Tract | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Urinary Tract | 200 to 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Acute Sinusitis | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 10 days |
- Adults with creatinine clearance 5 to 29 mL/min 250 to 500 mg q 18 h (2.3)
Pediatric Intravenous Dosing Guidelines | |||
Infection | Dose | Frequency | Duration |
Complicated UTI and Pyelonephritis (patients from 1 to 17 years of age) | 6 mg/kg to 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose) | Every 8 hours | 10 to 21 days1 |
Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure) | 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose) | Every 12 hours | 60 days |
Plague | 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose) | Every 8 to 12 hours | 14 days |
Dosage Forms and Strengths
Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose): 200 mg per 100 mL and 400 mg per 200 mL (3)
Contraindications
Warnings and Precautions
- Hypersensitivity and other serious reactions: Serious and sometimes fatal reactions (for example, anaphylactic reactions) may occur after first or subsequent doses of Ciprofloxacin Injection. Discontinue Ciprofloxacin Injection at the first sign of skin rash, jaundice or any sign of hypersensitivity. (4.1, 5.6, 5.7)
- Hepatotoxicity: Discontinue immediately if signs and symptoms of hepatitis occur. (5.8)
- Clostridioides difficile-Associated Diarrhea: Evaluate if colitis occurs. (5.11)
- QT Prolongation: Prolongation of the QT interval and isolated cases of torsade de pointes have been reported. Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (5.12, 7, 8.5)
Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
The most common adverse reactions ≥1% were nausea, diarrhea, liver function tests abnormal, vomiting, central nervous system disturbance, local intravenous site reactions eosinophilia, headache, restlessness, and rash. (6)
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Hospira, Inc. at 1‑800‑441-4100 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Drug Interactions
Interacting Drug | Interaction |
Theophylline | Serious and fatal reactions. Avoid concomitant use. Monitor serum level (7) |
Warfarin | Anticoagulant effect enhanced. Monitor prothrombin time, INR, and bleeding (7) |
Antidiabetic agents | Hypoglycemia including fatal outcomes have been reported. Monitor blood glucose (7) |
Phenytoin | Monitor phenytoin level (7) |
Methotrexate | Monitor for methotrexate toxicity (7) |
Cyclosporine | May increase serum creatinine. Monitor serum creatinine (7) |
Use In Specific Populations
Lactation: Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment, but a lactating woman may pump and discard breastmilk during treatment and an additional 2 days after the last dose. In patients treated for inhalational anthrax (post exposure), consider the risks and benefits of continuing breastfeeding.
See full prescribing information for pediatric patients (8.4) and use in geriatric (8.5)
See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and Medication Guide.
Revised: 3/2023
Full Prescribing Information
WARNING: SERIOUS ADVERSE REACTIONS INCLUDING TENDINITIS, TENDON RUPTURE, PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS AND EXACERBATION OF MYASTHENIA GRAVIS
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Fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), have been associated with disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions that have occurred together
[see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
including:
- Tendinitis and tendon rupture [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
- Peripheral neuropathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
- Central nervous system effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
- Fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), may exacerbate muscle weakness in patients with myasthenia gravis. Avoid Ciprofloxacin Injection in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)].
- Because fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection), have been associated with serious adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 to 5.16)], reserve Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection) for use in patients who have no alternative treatment options for the following indications:
1. Indications and Usage for Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose
1.1 Skin and Skin Structure Infections
Ciprofloxacin Injection (in 5% Dextrose Injection) 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.
1.2 Bone and Joint Infections
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adult patients for treatment of bone and joint infections caused by Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia marcescens, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
1.3 Complicated Intra-Abdominal Infections
Ciprofloxacin Injection 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.
1.4 Nosocomial Pneumonia
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adult patients for treatment of nosocomial pneumonia caused by Haemophilus influenzae or Klebsiella pneumoniae.
1.5 Empirical Therapy for Febrile Neutropenic Patients
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adult patients for the treatment of febrile neutropenia in combination with piperacillin sodium [see Clinical Studies (14.1)].
1.6 Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure)
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adults and pediatric patients from birth to 17 years of age for treatment of inhalational anthrax (post-exposure) to reduce the incidence or progression of disease following exposure to aerosolized Bacillus anthracis.
Ciprofloxacin serum concentrations achieved in humans served as a surrogate endpoint reasonably likely to predict clinical benefit and provided the initial basis for approval of this indication.1 Supportive clinical information for ciprofloxacin for anthrax post-exposure prophylaxis was obtained during the anthrax bioterror attacks of October 2001 [see Clinical Studies (14.3)].
1.7 Plague
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated for treatment of plague, including pneumonic and septicemic plague, due to Yersinia pestis (Y. pestis) and prophylaxis for plague in adults and pediatric patients from birth to 17 years of age. Efficacy studies of ciprofloxacin could not be conducted in humans with plague for feasibility reasons. Therefore this indication is based on an efficacy study conducted in animals only [see Clinical Studies (14.4)].
1.8 Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adult patients for treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis caused by Escherichia coli or Proteus mirabilis.
1.9 Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Ciprofloxacin Injection 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. Ciprofloxacin Injection is not a drug of first choice in the treatment of presumed or confirmed pneumonia secondary to Streptococcus pneumonia.
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated for the treatment of acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis (AECB) caused by Moraxella catarrhalis.
Because fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection, have been associated with serious adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 to 5.16)] and for some patients AECB is self-limiting, reserve Ciprofloxacin Injection for treatment of AECB in patients who have no alternative treatment options.
1.10 Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary Tract Infection in Adults
Ciprofloxacin Injection 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.
Complicated Urinary Tract Infections and Pyelonephritis in Pediatric Patients
Ciprofloxacin Injection 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 Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
Although effective in clinical trials, Ciprofloxacin Injection is not a drug of first choice in the pediatric population due to an increased incidence of adverse reactions compared to controls, including reactions related to joints and/or surrounding tissues. Ciprofloxacin Injection, like other fluoroquinolones, is associated with arthropathy and histopathological changes in weight-bearing joints of juvenile animals [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13), Adverse Reactions (6.1), Use in Specific Populations (8.4), and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].
1.11 Acute Sinusitis
Ciprofloxacin Injection is indicated in adult patients for treatment of acute sinusitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Moraxella catarrhalis.
Because fluoroquinolones, including Ciprofloxacin Injection, have been associated with serious adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 to 5.16)] and for some patients acute sinusitis is self-limiting, reserve Ciprofloxacin for treatment of acute sinusitis in patients who have no alternative treatment options.
1.12 Usage
To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Ciprofloxacin Injection and other antibacterial drugs, Ciprofloxacin Injection should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy. In the absence of such data, local epidemiology and susceptibility patterns may contribute to the empiric selection of therapy.
If anaerobic organisms are suspected of contributing to the infection, appropriate therapy should be administered. Appropriate culture and susceptibility tests should be performed before treatment in order to isolate and identify organisms causing infection and to determine their susceptibility to ciprofloxacin. Therapy with Ciprofloxacin Injection may be initiated before results of these tests are known; once results become available appropriate therapy should be continued.
As with other drugs, some isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa may develop resistance fairly rapidly during treatment with ciprofloxacin. Culture and susceptibility testing performed periodically during therapy will provide information not only on the therapeutic effect of the antimicrobial agent but also on the possible emergence of bacterial resistance.
2. Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose Dosage and Administration
Ciprofloxacin injection should be administered intravenously at dosages described in the appropriate Dosage Guidelines tables.
2.1 Dosage 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.
1Due to the designated pathogens (see Indications and Usage.) |
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2Used in conjunction with metronidazole. |
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3Begin administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure. |
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Infection1 | Dose | Frequency
| Usual Duration |
Skin and Skin Structure | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Bone and Joint | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 4 to 8 weeks |
Complicated Intra-Abdominal2 | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Nosocomial Pneumonia | 400 mg | every 8 hours | 10 to 14 days |
Empirical Therapy In Febrile Neutropenic Patients | Ciprofloxacin 400 mg and Piperacillin 50 mg/kg | every 8 hours every 4 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure)3 | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 60 days |
Plague3 | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 14 days |
Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 28 days |
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections | 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Urinary Tract Infections | 200 mg to 400 mg | every 8 to 12 hours | 7 to 14 days |
Acute Sinusitis | 400 mg | every 12 hours | 10 days |
Conversion of Intravenous to Oral Dosing in Adults
Patients whose therapy is started with ciprofloxacin injection 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)].
Ciprofloxacin Oral Dosage | Equivalent Ciprofloxacin Injection 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 |
2.2 Dosage 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.
1The 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). |
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2Begin drug administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure. |
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3Begin drug administration as soon as possible after suspected or confirmed exposure to Y. pestis. |
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Infection | Dose (mg/kg) | Frequency | Total
Duration |
Complicated Urinary Tract or Pyelonephritis (patients from 1 to 17 years of age)1 | 6 mg/kg to 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose; not to be exceeded even in patients weighing more than 51 kg) | Every 8 hours | 10 to 21 days1 |
Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure)2 | 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose) | Every 12 hours | 60 days |
Plague2,3 | 10 mg/kg (maximum 400 mg per dose) | Every 8 to 12 hours | 14 days |
2.3 Dosage 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.
Creatinine Clearance (mL/min) | Dose |
>30 | See Usual Dosage. |
5 to 29 | 200 to 400 mg every 18 to 24 hours |
When only the serum creatinine concentration is known, the following formulas may be used to estimate creatinine clearance:
Men - Creatinine clearance (mL/min) = Weight (kg) × (140 - age)
72 × serum creatinine (mg/dL)
Women - 0.85 × the value calculated for men.
The serum creatinine should represent a steady state of renal function.
In patients with severe infections and severe renal impairment and hepatic insufficiency, careful monitoring is suggested.
Pediatric patients with moderate to severe renal insufficiency were excluded from the clinical trial of cUTI and pyelonephritis. No information is available on dosing adjustments necessary for pediatric patients with moderate to severe renal insufficiency (that is, creatinine clearance of < 50 mL/min/1.73m2).
2.4 Preparation of Ciprofloxacin Injection for Administration
Flexible Containers
Ciprofloxacin injection is available as a 0.2% premixed solution in 5% dextrose in flexible containers of 100 mL or 200 mL. The solutions in flexible containers do not need to be diluted and may be infused as described above.
Caution: After removing the overwrap check for minute leaks by squeezing the inner bag firmly. If leaks are found, discard container as sterility may be compromised. Use only if solution is clear and the container is undamaged.
2.5 Important Administration Instructions
Intravenous Infusion
Ciprofloxacin injection should be administered by intravenous infusion over a period of 60 minutes. Slow infusion of a dilute solution into a larger vein will minimize patient discomfort and reduce the risk of venous irritation.
Hydration of Patients Receiving Ciprofloxacin Injection
Adequate hydration of patients receiving ciprofloxacin injection should be maintained to prevent the formation of highly concentrated urine. Crystalluria has been reported with quinolones [see Warnings and Precautions (5.17), Adverse Reactions (6.1), Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2) and Patient Counseling Information (17)].
3. Dosage Forms and Strengths
Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP (in 5% Dextrose) is a sterile, ready-for-use solution for intravenous infusion, available as:
- 200 mg per 100 mL (in 5% Dextrose) in Flexible Containers
- 400 mg per 200 mL (in 5% Dextrose) in Flexible Containers
4. Contraindications
4.1 Hypersensitivity
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 (5.7)].
4.2 Tizanidine
Concomitant administration with tizanidine is contraindicated [see Drug Interactions (7)].
5. Warnings and Precautions
5.1 Disabling and Potentially Irreversible Serious Adverse Reactions Including Tendinitis and Tendon Rupture, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Central Nervous System Effects
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions from different body systems that can occur together in the same patient. Commonly seen adverse reactions include tendinitis, tendon rupture, arthralgia, myalgia, peripheral neuropathy, and central nervous system effects (hallucinations, anxiety, depression, insomnia, severe headaches, and confusion). These reactions can occur within hours to weeks after starting ciprofloxacin. Patients of any age or without pre-existing risk factors have experienced these adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2, 5.3, 5.4)].
Discontinue ciprofloxacin immediately at the first signs or symptoms of any serious adverse reaction. In addition, avoid the use of fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, in patients who have experienced any of these serious adverse reactions associated with fluoroquinolones.
5.2 Tendinitis and Tendon Rupture
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with an increased risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. This adverse reaction most frequently involves the Achilles tendon, and has also been reported with the rotator cuff (the shoulder), the hand, the biceps, the thumb, and other tendons. Tendinitis or tendon rupture can occur, within hours or days of starting ciprofloxacin, or as long as several months after completion of fluoroquinolone therapy. Tendinitis and tendon rupture can occur bilaterally.
The risk of developing fluoroquinolone-associated tendinitis and tendon rupture is increased in patients over 60 years of age, in patients taking corticosteroid drugs, and in patients with kidney, heart or lung transplants. Other factors, 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. Discontinue ciprofloxacin immediately if the patient experiences pain, swelling, inflammation or rupture of a tendon. Avoid fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, in patients who have a history of tendon disorders or have experienced tendinitis or tendon rupture [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].
5.3 Peripheral Neuropathy
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with an increased risk of peripheral neuropathy. Cases of sensory or sensorimotor axonal polyneuropathy affecting small and/or large axons resulting in paresthesias, hypoesthesias, dysesthesias and weakness have been reported in patients receiving fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin. Symptoms may occur soon after initiation of ciprofloxacin and may be irreversible in some patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)].
Discontinue ciprofloxacin immediately if the patient experiences symptoms of peripheral neuropathy including pain, burning, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness, or other alterations in sensations including light touch, pain, temperature, position sense and vibratory sensation, and/or motor strength in order to minimize the development of an irreversible condition. Avoid fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, in patients who have previously experienced peripheral neuropathy [see Adverse Reactions (6.1, 6.2)].
5.4 Central Nervous System Effects
Psychiatric Adverse Reactions
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with an increased risk of psychiatric adverse reactions, including: toxic psychosis, psychotic reactions progressing to suicidal ideations/thoughts, hallucinations, or paranoia; depression, or self-injurious behavior such as attempted or completed suicide; anxiety, agitation, or nervousness; confusion, delirium, disorientation, or disturbances in attention; insomnia or nightmares; memory impairment. These reactions may occur following the first dose. Advise patients receiving ciprofloxacin to inform their healthcare provider immediately if these reactions occur, discontinue the drug, and institute appropriate care [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
Central Nervous System Adverse Reactions
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with an increased risk of seizures (convulsions), increased intracranial pressure (pseudotumor cerebri), dizziness, and tremors. Ciprofloxacin, like other fluoroquinolones, is known to trigger seizures or lower the seizure threshold. Cases of status epilepticus have been reported. As with all fluoroquinolones, use ciprofloxacin with caution in epileptic patients and patients with known or suspected CNS disorders that may predispose to seizures or lower the seizure threshold (for example, severe cerebral arteriosclerosis, previous history of convulsion, reduced cerebral blood flow, altered brain structure, or stroke), or in the presence of other risk factors that may predispose to seizures or lower the seizure threshold (for example, certain drug therapy, renal dysfunction). If seizures occur, discontinue ciprofloxacin, and institute appropriate care [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Drug Interactions (7)].
5.5 Exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have neuromuscular blocking activity and may exacerbate muscle weakness in patients with myasthenia gravis. Postmarketing serious adverse reactions, including deaths and requirement for ventilatory support, have been associated with fluoroquinolone use in patients with myasthenia gravis. Avoid ciprofloxacin in patients with known history of myasthenia gravis [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)].
5.6 Other Serious and Sometimes Fatal Adverse Reactions
Other serious and sometimes fatal adverse reactions, 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)].
5.7 Hypersensitivity Reactions
Serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions, some following the first dose, have been reported in patients receiving fluoroquinolone 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)].
5.8 Hepatotoxicity
Cases of severe hepatotoxicity, including hepatic necrosis, life-threatening hepatic failure, and fatal events, have been reported with ciprofloxacin. Acute liver injury is rapid in onset (range 1 to 39 days), and is often associated with hypersensitivity. The pattern of injury can be hepatocellular, cholestatic or mixed. Most patients with fatal outcomes were older than 55 years old. In the event of any signs and symptoms of hepatitis (such as anorexia, jaundice, dark urine, pruritus, or tender abdomen), discontinue treatment immediately.
There can be a temporary increase in transaminases, alkaline phosphatase, or cholestatic jaundice, especially in patients with previous liver damage, who are treated with ciprofloxacin [see Adverse Reactions (6.2, 6.3)].
5.9 Risk of Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection
Epidemiologic studies report an increased rate of aortic aneurysm and dissection within two months following use of fluoroquinolones, particularly in elderly patients. The cause for the increased risk has not been identified. In patients with a known aortic aneurysm or patients who are at greater risk for aortic aneurysms, reserve ciprofloxacin for use only when there are no alternative antibacterial treatments available.
5.10 Serious Adverse Reactions with Concomitant Theophylline
Serious and fatal reactions have been reported in patients receiving concurrent administration of Intravenous Ciprofloxacin and theophylline. These reactions have included cardiac arrest, seizure, status epilepticus, and respiratory failure. Instances of nausea, vomiting, tremor, irritability, or palpitation have also occurred.
Although similar serious adverse reactions have been reported in patients receiving theophylline alone, the possibility that these reactions may be potentiated by ciprofloxacin cannot be eliminated. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, monitor serum levels of theophylline and adjust dosage as appropriate [see Drug Interactions (7)].
5.11 Clostridioides difficile-Associated Diarrhea
Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile)-associated diarrhea (CDAD) has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents, including ciprofloxacin, and may range in severity from mild diarrhea to fatal colitis. Treatment with antibacterial agents alters the normal flora of the colon leading to overgrowth of C. difficile.
C. difficile produces toxins A and B which contribute to the development of CDAD. Hypertoxin producing isolates of C. difficile cause increased morbidity and mortality, as these infections can be refractory to antimicrobial therapy and may require colectomy. CDAD must be considered in all patients who present with diarrhea following antibacterial use. Careful medical history is necessary since CDAD has been reported to occur over two months after the administration of antibacterial agents.
If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, ongoing antibacterial use not directed against C. difficile may need to be discontinued. Appropriate fluid and electrolyte management, protein supplementation, antibacterial treatment of C. difficile, and institute surgical evaluation as clinically indicated [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
5.12 Prolongation of the QT Interval
Some fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with prolongation of the QT interval on the electrocardiogram and cases of arrhythmia. Cases of torsade de pointes have been reported during postmarketing surveillance in patients receiving fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin. Avoid ciprofloxacin in patients with known prolongation of the QT interval, risk factors for QT prolongation or torsade de pointes (for example, congenital long QT syndrome, uncorrected electrolyte imbalance, such as hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia and cardiac disease, such as heart failure, myocardial infarction, or bradycardia), and patients receiving Class IA antiarrhythmic agents (quinidine, procainamide), or Class III antiarrhythmic agents (amiodarone, sotalol), tricyclic antidepressants, macrolides, and antipsychotics. Elderly patients may also be more susceptible to drug-associated effects on the QT interval [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) and Use in Specific Populations (8.5)].
5.13 Musculoskeletal Disorders in Pediatric Patients and Arthropathic Effects in Animals
Ciprofloxacin is indicated in pediatric patients (less than 18 years of age) only for cUTI, prevention of inhalational anthrax (post-exposure), and plague [see Indications and Usage (1.10, 1.6, 1.7)]. An increased incidence of adverse reactions compared to controls, including reactions related to joints and/or surrounding tissues, has been observed [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
In pre-clinical studies, oral administration of ciprofloxacin caused lameness in immature dogs. Histopathological examination of the weight-bearing joints of these dogs revealed permanent lesions of the cartilage. Related quinoloneclass drugs also produce erosions of cartilage of weight-bearing joints and other signs of arthropathy in immature animals of various species [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4) and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].
5.14 Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity
Moderate to severe photosensitivity/phototoxicity reactions, the latter of which may manifest as exaggerated sunburn reactions (for example, burning, erythema, exudation, vesicles, blistering, edema) involving areas exposed to light (typically the face, “V” area of the neck, extensor surfaces of the forearms, dorsa of the hands), can be associated with the use of quinolones, including ciprofloxacin, after sun or UV light exposure. Therefore, avoid excessive exposure to these sources of light. Discontinue ciprofloxacin if phototoxicity occurs [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)].
5.15 Development of Drug Resistant Bacteria
Prescribing ciprofloxacin in the absence of a proven or strongly suspected bacterial infection or a prophylactic indication is unlikely to provide benefit to the patient and increases the risk of the development of drug-resistant bacteria.
5.16 Potential Risks with Concomitant Use of Drugs Metabolized by Cytochrome P450 1A2 Enzymes
Ciprofloxacin is an inhibitor of the hepatic CYP1A2 enzyme pathway. Coadministration of ciprofloxacin and other drugs primarily metabolized by CYP1A2 (for example, theophylline, methylxanthines, caffeine, tizanidine, ropinirole, clozapine, olanzapine, and zolpidem) results in increased plasma concentrations of the co- administered drug and could lead to clinically significant pharmacodynamic adverse reactions of the co -administered drug [see Drug Interactions (7) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
5.17 Crystalluria
Crystals of ciprofloxacin have been observed rarely in the urine of human subjects but more frequently in the urine of laboratory animals, which is usually alkaline [see Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)]. Crystalluria related to ciprofloxacin has been reported only rarely in humans because human urine is usually acidic. Avoid alkalinity of the urine in patients receiving ciprofloxacin. Hydrate patients well to prevent the formation of highly concentrated urine [see Dosage and Administration (2.4)].
5.18 Periodic Assessment of Organ System Functions
As with any potent drug, periodic assessment of organ system functions, including renal, hepatic, and hematopoietic function, is advisable during prolonged therapy.
5.19 Blood Glucose Disturbances
Fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, have been associated with disturbances of blood glucose, including symptomatic hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, usually in diabetic patients receiving concomitant treatment with an oral hypoglycemic agent (for example, glyburide) or with insulin. In these patients, careful monitoring of blood glucose is recommended. Severe cases of hypoglycemia resulting in coma or death have been reported. If a hypoglycemic reaction occurs in a patient being treated with ciprofloxacin, discontinue ciprofloxacin and initiate appropriate therapy immediately [see Adverse Reactions (6.1), Drug Interactions (7)].
6. Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
The following serious and otherwise important adverse drug reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of labeling:
- Disabling and Potentially Irreversible Serious Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]
- Tendinitis and Tendon Rupture [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]
- Peripheral Neuropathy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)]
- Central Nervous System Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)]
- Exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]
- Other Serious and Sometimes Fatal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)]
- Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]
- Hepatotoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)]
- Risk of Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)]
- Serious Adverse Reactions with Concomitant Theophylline [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]
- Clostridioides difficile-Associated Diarrhea [see Warnings and Precautions (5.11)]
- Prolongation of the QT Interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12)]
- Musculoskeletal Disorders in Pediatric Patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13)]
- Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.14)]
- Development of Drug Resistant Bacteria [see Warnings and Precautions (5.15)]
6.1 Clinical 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%).
In clinical trials the following adverse reactions were reported in greater than 1% of patients treated with intravenous ciprofloxacin: nausea, diarrhea, central nervous system disturbance, local intravenous site reactions, liver function tests abnormal, eosinophilia, headache, restlessness, and rash. Local intravenous site reactions are more frequent if the infusion time is 30 minutes or less. These may appear as local skin reactions that resolve rapidly upon completion of the infusion. Subsequent intravenous administration is not contraindicated unless the reactions recur or worsen.
System Organ Class | Adverse Reactions |
Body as a Whole | Abdominal Pain/Discomfort Pain |
Cardiovascular | Cardiopulmonary Arrest Myocardial Infarction Tachycardia Syncope Hypertension Angina Pectoris Vasodilation |
Central Nervous System | Restlessness Seizures (including Status Epilepticus) Paranoia Psychosis (toxic) Depression (potentially culminating in self-injurious behavior, such as suicidal ideations/thoughts and attempted or completed suicide) Phobia Depersonalization Manic Reaction Unresponsiveness Ataxia Hallucinations Dizziness Paresthesia Tremor Insomnia Nightmares Irritability Malaise Abnormal Gait Migraine |
Gastrointestinal | Ileus Gastrointestinal Bleeding Pancreatitis Hepatic Necrosis Intestinal Perforation Dyspepsia Constipation Oral Ulceration Mouth Dryness Anorexia Flatulence Hepatitis |
Hemic/Lymphatic | Agranulocytosis Prolongation of Prothrombin Time Petechia |
Metabolic/Nutritional | Hyperglycemia Hypoglycemia |
Musculoskeletal | Arthralgia Joint Stiffness Muscle Weakness |
Renal/Urogenital | Renal Failure Interstitial Nephritis Hemorrhagic Cystitis Renal Calculi Frequent Urination Gynecomastia Crystalluria Cylindruria Hematuria Albuminuria |
Respiratory | Respiratory Arrest Dyspnea Laryngeal Edema Hemoptysis Bronchospasm |
Skin/Hypersensitivity | Allergic Reactions Anaphylactic Reactions including life-threatening anaphylactic shock Erythema Multiforme/Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Exfoliative Dermatitis Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Vasculitis Angioedema Extremities Purpura Fever Pruritus Urticaria Increased Perspiration Erythema Nodosum Thrombophlebitis Burning Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity Reaction |
Special Senses | Decreased Visual Acuity Blurred Vision Disturbed Vision (diplopia, chromatopsia, and photopsia) Anosmia Hearing Loss Tinnitus Nystagmus Bad Taste |
In several instances, nausea, vomiting, tremor, irritability, or palpitation were judged by investigators to be related to elevated serum levels of theophylline possibly as a result of drug interaction with ciprofloxacin.
In randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trials comparing ciprofloxacin (Intravenous and Intravenous/Oral sequential) with intravenous beta-lactam control antibiotics, the CNS adverse reaction profile of ciprofloxacin was comparable to that of 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 a range of 1 to 88 days). A total of 335 ciprofloxacin- and 349 comparator-treated patients were enrolled.
An Independent Pediatric Safety Committee (IPSC) reviewed all cases of musculoskeletal adverse reactions including abnormal gait or abnormal joint exam (baseline or treatment-emergent). Within 6 weeks of treatment initiation, the rates of musculoskeletal adverse reactions were 9.3% (31/335) in the ciprofloxacin-treated group versus 6% (21/349) in comparator-treated patients. All musculoskeletal adverse reactions occurring by 6 weeks resolved (clinical resolution of signs and symptoms), usually within 30 days of end of treatment. Radiological evaluations were not routinely used to confirm resolution of the adverse reactions. Ciprofloxacin-treated patients were more likely to report more than one adverse reaction and on more than one occasion compared to control patients. The rate of musculoskeletal adverse reactions was consistently higher in the ciprofloxacin group compared to the control group across all age subgroups. At the end of 1 year, the rate of these adverse reactions reported at any time during that period was 13.7% (46/335) in the ciprofloxacin-treated group versus 9.5% (33/349) in the comparator-treated patients (Table 6).
1Included: arthralgia, abnormal gait, abnormal joint exam, joint sprains, leg pain, back pain, arthrosis, bone pain, pain, myalgia, arm pain, and decreased range of motion in a joint (knee, elbow, ankle, hip, wrist, and shoulder) |
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2The study was designed to demonstrate that the arthropathy rate for the ciprofloxacin group did not exceed that of the control group by more than + 6%. At both the 6 week and 1 year evaluations, the 95% confidence interval indicated that it could not be concluded that the ciprofloxacin group had findings comparable to the control group. |
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Ciprofloxacin | Comparator | |
All Patients (within 6 weeks) | 31/335 (9.3%) | 21/349 (6%) |
95% Confidence Interval2 | (-0.8%, +7.2%) | |
Age Group | ||
12 months to 24 months | 1/36 (2.8%) | 0/41 |
2 years to <6 years | 5/124 (4%) | 3/118 (2.5%) |
6 years to <12 years | 18/143 (12.6%) | 12/153 (7.8%) |
12 years to 17 years | 7/32 (21.9%) | 6/37 (16.2%) |
All Patients (within 1 year) | 46/335 (13.7%) | 33/349 (9.5%) |
95% Confidence Interval2 | (-0.6%, +9.1%) |
The incidence rates of neurological adverse reactions within 6 weeks of treatment initiation were 3% (9/335) in the ciprofloxacin group versus 2% (7/349) in the comparator group and included dizziness, nervousness, insomnia, and somnolence.
In this trial, the overall incidence rates of adverse reactions within 6 weeks of treatment initiation were 41% (138/335) in the ciprofloxacin group versus 31% (109/349) in the comparator group. The most frequent adverse reactions were gastrointestinal: 15% (50/335) of ciprofloxacin patients compared to 9% (31/349) of comparator patients. Serious adverse reactions were seen in 7.5% (25/335) of ciprofloxacin- treated patients compared to 5.7% (20/349) of control patients. Discontinuation of drug due to an adverse reaction was observed in 3% (10/335) of ciprofloxacin-treated patients versus 1.4% (5/349) of comparator patients. Other adverse events that occurred in at least 1% of ciprofloxacin patients were diarrhea 4.8%, vomiting 4.8%, abdominal pain 3.3%, dyspepsia 2.7%, nausea 2.7%, fever 2.1%, asthma 1.8% and rash 1.8%.
Short-term safety data for ciprofloxacin was also collected in a randomized, doubleblind clinical trial for the treatment of acute pulmonary exacerbations in cystic fibrosis patients (ages 5 to 17 years). Sixty-seven patients received ciprofloxacin IV 10 mg/kg/dose every 8 hours for one week followed by ciprofloxacin tablets 20 mg/kg/dose every 12 hours to complete 10 to 21 days treatment and 62 patients received the combination of ceftazidime intravenous 50 mg/kg/dose every 8 hours and tobramycin intravenous 3 mg/kg/dose every 8 hours for a total of 10 to 21 days. Periodic musculoskeletal assessments were conducted by treatment-blinded examiners. Patients were followed for an average of 23 days after completing treatment (range 0 to 93 days). Musculoskeletal adverse reactions were reported in 22% of the patients in the ciprofloxacin group and 21% in the comparison group. Decreased range of motion was reported in 12% of the subjects in the ciprofloxacin group and 16% in the comparison group. Arthralgia was reported in 10% of the patients in the ciprofloxacin group and 11% in the comparison group. Other adverse reactions were similar in nature and frequency between treatment arms. The efficacy of ciprofloxacin for the treatment of acute pulmonary exacerbations in pediatric cystic fibrosis patients has not been established.
In addition to the adverse reactions reported in pediatric patients in clinical trials, it should be expected that adverse reactions reported in adults during clinical trials or postmarketing experience may also occur in pediatric patients.
6.2 Postmarketing Experience
The following adverse reactions have been reported from worldwide marketing experience with fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure (Table 7).
System Organ Class | Adverse Reactions |
Cardiovascular | QT prolongation Torsade de Pointes Vasculitis and ventricular arrhythmia |
Central Nervous System | Hypertonia Myasthenia Exacerbation of myasthenia gravis Peripheral neuropathy Polyneuropathy Twitching |
Gastrointestinal | Pseudomembranous colitis |
Hemic/Lymphatic | Pancytopenia (life threatening or fatal outcome) Methemoglobinemia |
Hepatobiliary | Hepatic failure (including fatal cases) |
Infections and Infestations | Candidiasis (oral, gastrointestinal, vaginal) |
Investigations | Prothrombin time prolongation or decrease Cholesterol elevation (serum) Potassium elevation (serum) |
Musculoskeletal | Myalgia Myoclonus Tendinitis Tendon rupture |
Psychiatric Disorders | Agitation Confusion Delirium |
Skin/Hypersensitivity | Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) Fixed eruption Serum sickness-like reaction |
Special Senses | Anosmia Hyperesthesia Hypesthesia Nystagmus Taste loss |
6.3 Adverse Laboratory Changes
Changes in laboratory parameters while on ciprofloxacin therapy are listed below:
- Hepatic-Elevations of AST (SGOT), ALT (SGPT), alkaline phosphatase, LDH, and serum bilirubin
- Hematologic-Elevated eosinophil and platelet counts, decreased platelet counts, hemoglobin and/or hematocrit
- Renal-Elevations of serum creatinine, BUN, and uric acid
- Other elevations of serum creatine phosphokinase, serum theophylline (in patients receiving theophylline concomitantly), blood glucose, and triglycerides
Other changes occurring were: decreased leukocyte count, elevated atypical lymphocyte count, immature WBCs, elevated serum calcium, elevation of serum gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (gGT), decreased BUN, decreased uric acid, decreased total serum protein, decreased serum albumin, decreased serum potassium, elevated serum potassium, elevated serum cholesterol. Other changes occurring during administration of ciprofloxacin were: elevation of serum amylase, decrease of blood glucose, pancytopenia, leukocytosis, elevated sedimentation rate, change in serum phenytoin, decreased prothrombin time, hemolytic anemia, and bleeding diathesis.
7. Drug Interactions
Ciprofloxacin is an inhibitor of human cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) mediated metabolism. Co- administration of ciprofloxacin with other drugs primarily metabolized by CYP1A2 results in increased plasma concentrations of these drugs and could lead to clinically significant adverse events of the co- administered drug.
Drugs That are Affected by Ciprofloxacin | ||
Drug(s) | Recommendation | Comments |
Tizanidine | Contraindicated | Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications (4.2)]. |
Theophylline | Avoid Use (Plasma Exposure Likely to be Increased and Prolonged) | Concurrent administration of ciprofloxacin with theophylline may result in increased risk of a patient developing central nervous system (CNS) or other adverse reactions. If concomitant use cannot be avoided, monitor serum levels of theophylline and adjust dosage as appropriate [see Warnings and Precautions (5.10)]. |
Drugs Known to Prolong QT Interval | Avoid Use | Ciprofloxacin may further prolong the QT interval in patients receiving drugs known to prolong the QT interval (for example, class IA or III antiarrhythmics, tricyclic antidepressants, macrolides, antipsychotics) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) and Use in Specific Populations (8.5)]. |
Oral antidiabetic drugs | Use with caution Glucose-lowering effect potentiated | Hypoglycemia sometimes severe has been reported when ciprofloxacin and oral antidiabetic agents, mainly sulfonylureas (for example, glyburide, glimepiride), were co-administered, presumably by intensifying the action of the oral antidiabetic agent. Fatalities have been reported. Monitor blood glucose when ciprofloxacin is coadministered with oral antidiabetic drugs [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. |
Phenytoin | Use with caution Altered serum levels of phenytoin (increased and decreased) | To avoid the loss of seizure control associated with decreased phenytoin levels and to prevent phenytoin overdose-related adverse reactions upon ciprofloxacin discontinuation in patients receiving both agents, monitor phenytoin therapy, including phenytoin serum concentration during and shortly after co-administration of ciprofloxacin with phenytoin. |
Cyclosporine | Use with caution (transient elevations in serum creatinine) | Monitor renal function (in particular serum creatinine) when ciprofloxacin is co-administered with cyclosporine. |
Anti-coagulant drugs | Use with caution (Increase in anticoagulant effect) | The risk may vary with the underlying infection, age and general status of the patient so that the contribution of ciprofloxacin to the increase in INR (international normalized ratio) is difficult to assess. Monitor prothrombin time and INR frequently during and shortly after co-administration of ciprofloxacin with an oral anti-coagulant (for example, warfarin). |
Methotrexate | Use with caution Inhibition of methotrexate renal tubular transport potentially leading to increased methotrexate plasma levels | Potential increase in the risk of methotrexate associated toxic reactions. Therefore, carefully monitor patients under methotrexate therapy when concomitant ciprofloxacin therapy is indicated. |
Ropinirole | Use with caution | Monitoring for ropinirole-related adverse reactions and appropriate dose adjustment of ropinirole is recommended during and shortly after co-administration with ciprofloxacin [see Warnings and Precautions (5.16)]. |
Clozapine | Use with caution | Careful monitoring of clozapine associated adverse reactions and appropriate adjustment of clozapine dosage during and shortly after coadministration with ciprofloxacin are advised. |
NSAIDs | Use with caution | Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (but not acetyl salicylic acid) in combination of very high doses of quinolones have been shown to provoke convulsions in pre-clinical studies and in postmarketing. |
Sildenafil | Use with caution Two-fold increase in exposure | Monitor for sildenafil toxicity [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)]. |
Duloxetine | Avoid Use Five-fold increase in duloxetine exposure | If unavoidable, monitor for duloxetine toxicity. |
Caffeine/Xanthine Derivatives | Use with caution Reduced clearance resulting in elevated levels and prolongation of serum half-life | Ciprofloxacin inhibits the formation of paraxanthine after caffeine administration (or pentoxifylline containing products). Monitor for xanthine toxicity and adjust dose as necessary. |
Zolpidem | Avoid Use | Co-administration with ciprofloxacin may increase blood levels of zolpidem, concurrent use is not recommended. |
Drug(s) Affecting Pharmacokinetics of Ciprofloxacin | ||
Probenecid | Use with caution (interferes with renal tubular secretion of ciprofloxacin and increases ciprofloxacin serum levels) | Potentiation of ciprofloxacin toxicity may occur. |
8. Use In Specific Populations
8.1 Pregnancy
Risk Summary
Prolonged experience with ciprofloxacin in pregnant women over several decades, based on available published information from case reports, case control studies and observational studies on ciprofloxacin administered during pregnancy, have not identified any drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data). Oral administration of ciprofloxacin during organogenesis at doses up to 100 mg/kg to pregnant mice and rats, and up to 30 mg/kg to pregnant rabbits did not cause fetal malformations (see Data). These doses were up to 0.3, 0.6, and 0.4 times the maximum recommended clinical oral dose in mice, rats, and rabbits, respectively, based on body surface area.
The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively.
Data
Human Data
While available studies cannot definitively establish the absence of risk, published data from prospective observational studies over several decades have not established an association with ciprofloxacin use during pregnancy and major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Available studies have methodological limitations including small sample size and some of them are not specific for ciprofloxacin. A controlled prospective observational study followed 200 women exposed to fluoroquinolones (52.5% exposed to ciprofloxacin and 68% first trimester exposures) during gestation. In 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 to 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). 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. 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.
Animal Data
Developmental toxicology studies have been performed with ciprofloxacin in rats, mice, and rabbits. In rats and mice, oral doses up to 100 mg/kg administered during organogenesis (Gestation Days, GD, 6 to 17) were not associated with adverse developmental outcomes, including embryofetal toxicity or malformations. In rats and mice, a 100 mg/kg dose is approximately 0.6 and 0.3 times the maximum daily human oral dose (1500 mg/day) based upon body surface area, respectively. In a series of rabbit developmental toxicology studies, doses received oral or intravenous ciprofloxacin for one of the following 5 day periods: GD 6 to 10, GD 10 to 14, or GD 14 to 18, intended to cover the period of organogenesis. This was an attempt to mitigate the gastrointestinal intolerance observed in rabbits that receive antibacterials manifested by reduced maternal food consumption and weight loss, that can lead to embryofetal resorption or spontaneous abortion. An oral ciprofloxacin dose of 100 mg/kg (approximately 1.3 times the highest recommended clinical oral dose based on body surface area) caused excessive maternal toxicity confounding evaluation of the fetuses. A 30 mg/kg oral dose (approximately 0.4 times the highest recommended clinical oral dose) was associated with suppression of maternal and fetal body weight gain, but fetal malformations were not observed. Intravenous administration of doses up to 20 mg/kg (approximately 0.3 times the highest recommended clinical oral dose based upon body surface area) to pregnant rabbits was not maternally toxic and neither embryofetal toxicity nor fetal malformations were observed.
In peri- and post-natal studies, rats received ciprofloxacin doses up to 200 mg/ kg/day (oral) or up to 30 mg/kg/day (subcutaneous) from GD 16 to 22 days postpartum. The 200 mg/kg dose is approximately 1.3-times the maximum recommended clinical oral dose based on body surface area. Neither maternal toxicity nor adverse effects on growth and development of the pups were observed, including no sign of arthropathy on the rear leg joints of the pups. Ciprofloxacin and other quinolones have been shown to cause arthropathy in immature animals of most species tested when administered directly [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].
8.2 Lactation
Risk Summary
Published literature reports that ciprofloxacin is present in human milk following intravenous and oral administration. There is no information regarding effects of ciprofloxacin on milk production or the breastfed infant. Because of the potential risk of serious adverse reactions in breastfed infants, including arthropathy shown in juvenile animal studies [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4), (Clinical Considerations)], for most indications a lactating woman may consider pumping and discarding breast milk during treatment with ciprofloxacin and an additional two days (five half-lives) after the last dose. Alternatively, advise a woman that breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with ciprofloxacin and for an additional two days (five half-lives) after the last dose.
However, for inhalation anthrax (post-exposure), during an incident resulting in exposure to anthrax, the risk-benefit assessment of continuing breastfeeding while the mother (and potentially the infant) is (are) on ciprofloxacin may be acceptable [see Dosage and Administration (2.2), Pediatric Use (8.4), and Clinical Studies (14.2)]. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for ciprofloxacin and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from ciprofloxacin or from the underlying maternal condition.
8.4 Pediatric 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 (arthralgia, arthritis), in juvenile animals [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) and Nonclinical Toxicology (13.2)].
Complicated Urinary Tract Infection and Pyelonephritis
Ciprofloxacin is indicated for the treatment of cUTI and pyelonephritis due to Escherichia coli in pediatric patients 1 to 17 years of age. 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 the controls, including events related to joints and/or surrounding tissues [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) and Clinical Studies (14.2)].
Inhalational Anthrax (Post-Exposure)
Ciprofloxacin is indicated in pediatric patients from birth to 17 years of age for inhalational anthrax (post- exposure). The risk-benefit assessment indicates that administration of ciprofloxacin to pediatric patients is appropriate [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) and Clinical Studies (14.3)].
Plague
Ciprofloxacin is indicated in pediatric patients from birth to 17 years of age, for treatment of plague, including pneumonic and septicemic plague due to Yersinia pestis (Y. pestis) and prophylaxis for plague. Efficacy studies of ciprofloxacin could not be conducted in humans with pneumonic plague for feasibility reasons. Therefore, approval of this indication was based on an efficacy study conducted in animals. The risk-benefit assessment indicates that administration of ciprofloxacin to pediatric patients is appropriate [see Indications and Usage (1.7), Dosage and Administration (2.2), and Clinical Studies (14.4)].
8.5 Geriatric Use
Geriatric patients are at increased risk for developing severe tendon disorders including tendon rupture when being treated with a fluoroquinolone such as ciprofloxacin. This risk is further increased in patients receiving concomitant corticosteroid therapy. Tendinitis or tendon rupture can involve the Achilles, hand, shoulder, or other tendon sites and can occur during or after completion of therapy; cases occurring up to several months after fluoroquinolone treatment have been reported. Caution should be used when prescribing ciprofloxacin to elderly patients especially those on corticosteroids. Patients should be informed of this potential adverse reaction and advised to discontinue ciprofloxacin and contact their healthcare provider if any symptoms of tendinitis or tendon rupture occur [see Boxed Warning, Warnings and Precautions (5.2), and Adverse Reactions (6.2)].
Epidemiologic studies report an increased rate of aortic aneurysm and dissection within two months following use of fluoroquinolones, particularly in elderly patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)].
In a retrospective analysis of 23 multiple-dose controlled clinical trials of ciprofloxacin encompassing over 3500 ciprofloxacin-treated patients, 25% of patients were greater than or equal to 65 years of age and 10% were greater than or equal to 75 years of age. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals on any drug therapy cannot be ruled out. Ciprofloxacin is known to be substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of adverse reactions may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. No alteration of dosage is necessary for patients greater than 65 years of age with normal renal function. However, since some older individuals experience reduced renal function by virtue of their advanced age, care should be taken in dose selection for elderly patients, and renal function monitoring may be useful in these patients [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
In general, elderly patients may be more susceptible to drug-associated effects on the QT interval. Therefore, precaution should be taken when using ciprofloxacin with concomitant drugs that can result in prolongation of the QT interval (for example, class IA or class III antiarrhythmics) or in patients with risk factors for torsade de pointes (for example, known QT prolongation, uncorrected hypokalemia) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12)].
8.6 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 [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
10. Overdosage
In the event of acute overdosage, reversible renal toxicity has been reported in some cases. Observe the patient carefully and give supportive treatment, including monitoring of renal function, urinary pH and acidify, if required, to prevent crystalluria. Adequate hydration must be maintained. Only a small amount of ciprofloxacin (less than 10%) is removed from the body after hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
In mice, rats, rabbits and dogs, significant toxicity including tonic/clonic convulsions was observed at intravenous doses of ciprofloxacin between 125 mg/kg and 300 mg/kg.
11. Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose Description
Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP (in 5% Dextrose Injection) is a synthetic antimicrobial agent for intravenous (IV) administration. Ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone, is 1-cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-7-(1-piperazinyl)-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid. Its empirical formula is C17H18FN3O3 and its chemical structure is:
Ciprofloxacin is a faint to light yellow crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 331.4. It is soluble in dilute (0.1N) hydrochloric acid and is practically insoluble in water and ethanol. Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP solution is a sterile 0.2% readyfor-use infusion solution in 5% Dextrose Injection. The formula contains lactic acid 0.644 mg per mL as a solubilizing agent and hydrochloric acid for pH adjustment. The pH range for the 0.2% ready-for-use infusion solutions is 3.5 to 4.6.
The plastic container is not made with natural rubber latex and is fabricated from specially formulated polyolefin based material. Solutions in contact with the plastic container can leach out certain of its chemical components in very small amounts within the expiration period. The suitability of the plastic has been confirmed in tests in animals according to USP biological tests for plastic containers as well as by tissue culture toxicity studies.
The glucose content for the 100 mL bag is 5 g and 10 g for the 200 mL flexible container.
12. Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose - Clinical Pharmacology
12.1 Mechanism of Action
Ciprofloxacin is a member of the fluoroquinolone class of antibacterial agents [see Microbiology (12.4)].
12.3 Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Following 60-minute intravenous infusions of 200 mg and 400 mg ciprofloxacin to normal volunteers, the mean maximum serum concentrations achieved were 2.1 and 4.6 mcg/mL, respectively; the concentrations at 12 hours were 0.1 and 0.2 mcg/mL, respectively (Table 9).
Time after starting the infusion | ||||||
Dose | 30 minutes | 1 hour | 3 hour | 6 hour | 8 hour | 12 hour |
200 mg | 1.7 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 |
400 mg | 3.7 | 4.6 | 1.3 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.2 |
The pharmacokinetics of ciprofloxacin are linear over the dose range of 200 mg to 400 mg administered intravenously. Comparison of the pharmacokinetic parameters following the 1st and 5th intravenous dose on an every 12 hour regimen indicates no evidence of drug accumulation.
The absolute bioavailability of oral ciprofloxacin is within a range of 70 to 80% with no substantial loss by first pass metabolism. An intravenous infusion of 400-mg ciprofloxacin given over 60 minutes every 12 hours has been shown to produce an area under the serum concentration time curve (AUC) equivalent to that produced by a 500-mg oral dose given every 12 hours. An intravenous infusion of 400 mg ciprofloxacin given over 60 minutes every 8 hours has been shown to produce an AUC at steady-state equivalent to that produced by a 750-mg oral dose given every 12 hours. A 400-mg intravenous dose results in a Cmax similar to that observed with a 750-mg oral dose (Table 10). An infusion of 200 mg ciprofloxacin given every 12 hours produces an AUC equivalent to that produced by a 250-mg oral dose given every 12 hours.
* AUC 0-12h x 2 |
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** AUC 0-8h x 3 |
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Parameters | 500 mg | 400 mg | 750 mg | 400 mg |
every 12 hours, orally | every 12 hours, intravenously | every 12 hours, orally | every 8 hours, intravenously | |
AUC (0-24h),ss (mcg•h/mL) | 27.4* | 25.4* | 31.6* | 32.9** |
Cmax,ss (mcg/mL) | 2.97 | 4.56 | 3.59 | 4.07 |
Distribution
After intravenous 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
After intravenous administration, three metabolites of ciprofloxacin have been identified in human urine which together account for approximately 10% of the intravenous dose. The metabolites have antimicrobial activity, but are less active than unchanged. Ciprofloxacin is an inhibitor of human cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) mediated metabolism. Co-administration of ciprofloxacin with other drugs primarily metabolized by CYP1A2 results in increased plasma concentrations of these drugs and could lead to clinically significant adverse events of the coadministered drug [see Contraindications (4.2), Warnings and Precautions (5.10, 5.16) and Drug Interactions (7)].
Excretion
The serum elimination half-life is approximately 5 to 6 hours and the total clearance is around 35 L/hr. After intravenous administration, approximately 50% to 70% of the dose is excreted in the urine as unchanged drug. Following a 200mg intravenous dose, concentrations in the urine usually exceed 200 mcg/mL 0 to 2 hours after dosing and are generally greater than 15 mcg/mL 8 to 12 hours after dosing. Following a 400 mg intravenous dose, urine concentrations generally exceed 400 mcg/mL 0 to 2 hours after dosing and are usually greater than 30 mcg/ mL 8 to 12 hours after dosing. The renal clearance is approximately 22 L/hr. The urinary excretion of ciprofloxacin is virtually complete by 24 hours after dosing.
Although bile concentrations of ciprofloxacin are several fold higher than serum concentrations after intravenous dosing, only a small amount of the administered dose (less than 1%) is recovered from the bile as unchanged drug. Approximately 15% of an intravenous dose is recovered from the feces within 5 days after dosing.
Specific Populations
Elderly
Pharmacokinetic studies of the oral (single dose) and intravenous (single and multiple dose) forms of ciprofloxacin indicate that plasma concentrations of ciprofloxacin are higher in elderly subjects (older than 65 years) as compared to young adults. Although the Cmax is increased 16% to 40%, the increase in mean AUC is approximately 30%, and can be at least partially attributed to decreased renal clearance in the elderly. Elimination half-life is only slightly (~20%) prolonged in the elderly. These differences are not considered clinically significant [see Use in Specific Populations (8.5)].
Renal Impairment
In patients with reduced renal function, the half-life of ciprofloxacin is slightly prolonged. Dosage adjustments may be required [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) and Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
Hepatic Impairment
In preliminary studies in patients with stable chronic liver cirrhosis, no significant changes in ciprofloxacin pharmacokinetics have been observed. The kinetics of ciprofloxacin in patients with acute hepatic insufficiency, have not been fully studied.
Pediatrics
Table 11 summarizes pharmacokinetic parameters in pediatric patients aged less than 1 to less than 12 years of age receiving intravenous treatment.
* 3 x AUC0-8,ss |
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Age | AUC0-24,ss (mg•h/L) | Cmax,ss
(mg/L) |
Less than 1 year | 30.9* | 2.8* |
1 to less than 2 years | 27.8* | 3.6* |
2 to less than 6 years | 28.9* | 2.7* |
6 to less than 12 years | 20.4* | 2.0* |
These values are within the range reported for adults at therapeutic doses. Based on population pharmacokinetic analysis of pediatric patients with various infections, the predicted mean half-life in children is approximately 4 hours to 5 hours, and the bioavailability of the oral suspension is approximately 60%.
Drug-Drug Interactions
Metronidazole
The serum concentrations of ciprofloxacin and metronidazole were not altered when these two drugs were given concomitantly.
Tizanidine
In a pharmacokinetic study, systemic exposure of tizanidine (4 mg single dose) was significantly increased (Cmax 7-fold, AUC 10-fold) when the drug was given concomitantly with ciprofloxacin (500 mg twice a day for 3 days). Concomitant administration of tizanidine and ciprofloxacin is contraindicated due to the potentiation of hypotensive and sedative effects of tizanidine [see Contraindications (4.2)].
Ropinirole
In a study conducted in 12 patients with Parkinson's disease who were administered 6 mg ropinirole once daily with 500 mg ciprofloxacin twice-daily, the mean Cmax and mean AUC of ropinirole were increased by 60% and 84%, respectively. Monitoring for ropinirole-related adverse reactions and appropriate dose adjustment of ropinirole is recommended during and shortly after co-administration with ciprofloxacin [see Warnings and Precautions (5.16)].
Clozapine
Following concomitant administration of 250 mg ciprofloxacin with 304 mg clozapine for 7 days, serum concentrations of clozapine and N-desmethylclozapine were increased by 29% and 31%, respectively. Careful monitoring of clozapine associated adverse reactions and appropriate adjustment of clozapine dosage during and shortly after co-administration with ciprofloxacin are advised.
Sildenafil
Following concomitant administration of a single oral dose of 50 mg sildenafil with 500 mg ciprofloxacin to healthy subjects, the mean Cmax and mean AUC of sildenafil were both increased approximately two-fold. Use sildenafil with caution when co-administered with ciprofloxacin due to the expected two-fold increase in the exposure of sildenafil upon co-administration of ciprofloxacin.
Duloxetine
In clinical studies it was demonstrated that concomitant use of duloxetine with strong inhibitors of the CYP450 1A2 isozyme such as fluvoxamine, may result in a 5-fold increase in mean AUC and a 2.5-fold increase in mean Cmax of duloxetine.
Lidocaine
In a study conducted in 9 healthy volunteers, concomitant use of 1.5 mg/kg IV lidocaine with 500 mg ciprofloxacin twice daily resulted in an increase of lidocaine Cmax and AUC by 12% and 26%, respectively. Although lidocaine treatment was well tolerated at this elevated exposure, a possible interaction with ciprofloxacin and an increase in adverse reactions related to lidocaine may occur upon concomitant administration.
12.4 Microbiology
Mechanism of Action
The bactericidal action of ciprofloxacin results from inhibition of the enzymes topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV (both Type II topoisomerases), which are required for bacterial DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination.
Mechanism of Resistance
The mechanism of action of fluoroquinolones, including ciprofloxacin, is different from that of penicillins, cephalosporins, aminoglycosides, macrolides, and tetracyclines; therefore, microorganisms resistant to these classes of drugs may be susceptible to ciprofloxacin. Resistance to fluoroquinolones occurs primarily by either mutations in the DNA gyrases, decreased outer membrane permeability, or drug efflux. In vitro resistance to ciprofloxacin develops slowly by multiple step mutations. Resistance to ciprofloxacin due to spontaneous mutations occurs at a general frequency of between < 10-9 to 1x10-6.
Cross Resistance
There is no known cross-resistance between ciprofloxacin and other classes of antimicrobials.
Ciprofloxacin has been shown to be active against most isolates of the following bacteria, both in vitro and in clinical infections [see Indications and Usage (1)].
Gram-positive bacteria
Bacillus anthracis
Enterococcus faecalis
Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-susceptible isolates only)
Staphylococcus epidermidis (methicillin-susceptible isolates only)
Staphylococcus saprophyticus
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Streptococcus pyogenes
Gram-negative bacteria
Citrobacter koseri
Citrobacter freundii
Enterobacter cloacae
Escherichia coli
Haemophilus influenzae
Haemophilus parainfluenzae
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Moraxella catarrhalis
Morganella morganii
Proteus mirabilis
Proteus vulgaris
Providencia rettgeri
Providencia stuartii
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Serratia marcescens
Yersinia pestis
The following in vitro data are available, but their clinical significance is unknown. At least 90 percent of the following bacteria exhibit an in vitro minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) less than or equal to the susceptible breakpoint for ciprofloxacin against isolates of similar genus or organism group. However, the efficacy of ciprofloxacin in treating clinical infections caused by these bacteria has not been established in adequate and well-controlled clinical trials.
Gram-positive bacteria
Staphylococcus haemolyticus (methicillin-susceptible isolates only)
Staphylococcus hominis (methicillin-susceptible isolates only)
Gram-negative bacteria
Acinetobacter lwoffi
Aeromonas hydrophila
Edwardsiella tarda
Enterobacter aerogenes
Klebsiella oxytoca
Legionella pneumophila
Pasteurella multocida
13. Nonclinical Toxicology
13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
Eight in vitro mutagenicity tests have been conducted with ciprofloxacin, and the test results are listed below:
- Salmonella/Microsome Test (Negative)
- E. coli DNA Repair Assay (Negative)
- Mouse Lymphoma Cell Forward Mutation Assay (Positive)
- Chinese Hamster V79 Cell HGPRT Test (Negative)
- Syrian Hamster Embryo Cell Transformation Assay (Negative)
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae Point Mutation Assay (Negative)
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae Mitotic Crossover and Gene Conversion Assay (Negative)
- Rat Hepatocyte DNA Repair Assay (Positive)
Thus, 2 of the 8 tests were positive, but results of the following 3 in vivo test systems gave negative results:
- Rat Hepatocyte DNA Repair Assay
- Micronucleus Test (Mice)
- Dominant Lethal Test (Mice)
Long-term carcinogenicity studies in rats and mice resulted in no carcinogenic or tumorigenic effects due to ciprofloxacin at daily oral dose levels up to 250 mg/ kg and 750 mg/kg to rats and mice, respectively (approximately 1.7- times and 2.5- times the highest recommended therapeutic dose based upon body surface area, respectively).
Results from photo co-carcinogenicity testing indicate that ciprofloxacin does not reduce the time to appearance of UV-induced skin tumors as compared to vehicle control. Hairless (Skh-1) mice were exposed to UVA light for 3.5 hours five times every two weeks for up to 78 weeks while concurrently being administered ciprofloxacin. The time to development of the first skin tumors was 50 weeks in mice treated concomitantly with UVA and ciprofloxacin (mouse dose approximately equal to maximum recommended human dose based upon body surface area), as opposed to 34 weeks when animals were treated with both UVA and vehicle. The times to development of skin tumors ranged from 16 to 32 weeks in mice treated concomitantly with UVA and other quinolones.5
In this model, mice treated with ciprofloxacin alone did not develop skin or systemic tumors. There are no data from similar models using pigmented mice and/or fully haired mice. The clinical significance of these findings to humans is unknown.
Fertility studies performed in male and female rats at oral doses of ciprofloxacin up to 100 mg/kg (approximately 0.6-times the highest recommended therapeutic oral dose based upon body surface area) revealed no evidence of impairment. Male rats received oral ciprofloxacin for 10 weeks prior to mating and females were dosed for 3 weeks prior to mating through Gestation Day 7.
13.2 Animal Toxicology and/or Pharmacology
Ciprofloxacin and other quinolones have been shown to cause arthropathy in immature animals of most species tested [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13)].
Damage of weight-bearing joints was observed in juvenile dogs and rats. In young beagles, 100 mg/kg ciprofloxacin, given daily for 4 weeks, caused degenerative articular changes of the knee joint. At 30 mg/kg, the effect on the joint was minimal. In a subsequent study in young beagle dogs, oral ciprofloxacin doses of 30 mg/kg and 90 mg/kg ciprofloxacin (approximately 1.3- times and 3.5-times the pediatric dose based upon comparative plasma AUCs) given daily for 2 weeks caused articular changes which were still observed by histopathology after a treatmentfree period of 5 months. At 10 mg/kg (approximately 0.6-times the pediatric dose based upon comparative plasma AUCs), no effects on joints were observed. This dose was also not associated with arthrotoxicity after an additional treatment-free period of 5 months. In another study, removal of weight bearing from the joint reduced the lesions but did not totally prevent them.
Crystalluria, sometimes associated with secondary nephropathy, occurs in laboratory animals dosed with ciprofloxacin. This is primarily related to the reduced solubility of ciprofloxacin under alkaline conditions, which predominate in the urine of test animals; in man, crystalluria is rare since human urine is typically acidic. In rhesus monkeys, crystalluria without nephropathy was noted after single oral doses as low as 5 mg/kg (approximately 0.07-times the highest recommended therapeutic dose based upon body surface area). After 6 months of intravenous dosing at 10 mg/kg/day, no nephropathological changes were noted; however, nephropathy was observed after dosing at 20 mg/kg/day for the same duration (approximately 0.2-times the highest recommended therapeutic dose based upon body surface area).
In dogs, ciprofloxacin at 3 mg/kg and 10 mg/kg by rapid intravenous injection (15 sec.) produces pronounced hypotensive effects. These effects are considered to be related to histamine release, since they are partially antagonized by pyrilamine, an antihistamine. In rhesus monkeys, rapid intravenous injection also produces hypotension but the effect in this species is inconsistent and less pronounced.
In mice, concomitant administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as phenylbutazone and indomethacin with quinolones has been reported to enhance the CNS stimulatory effect of quinolones.
Ocular toxicity seen with some related drugs has not been observed in ciprofloxacin-treated animals.
14. Clinical Studies
14.1 Empirical Therapy in Adult Febrile Neutropenic Patients
The safety and efficacy of ciprofloxacin, 400 mg intravenously every 8 hours, in combination with piperacillin sodium, 50 mg/kg intravenously every 4 hours, for the empirical therapy of febrile neutropenic patients were studied in one large pivotal multicenter, randomized trial and were compared to those of tobramycin, 2 mg/kg intravenously every 8 hours, in combination with piperacillin sodium, 50 mg/ kg intravenously every 4 hours.
Clinical response rates observed in this study were as follows:
The clinical success and bacteriologic eradication rates in the Per Protocol population were similar between ciprofloxacin and the comparator group as shown in Table 12.
1. To be evaluated as a clinical resolution, patients had to have: (1) resolution of fever; (2) microbiological eradication of infection (if an infection was microbiologically documented); (3) resolution of signs/symptoms of infection; and (4) no modification of empirical antibiotic regimen |
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Outcomes | Ciprofloxacin/Piperacillin
N = 233 Success (%) | Tobramycin/Piperacillin
N = 237 Success (%) |
Clinical Resolution of Initial Febrile Episode with No Modifications of Empirical Regimen1 | 63 (27%) | 52 (21.9%) |
Clinical Resolution of Initial Febrile Episode Including Patients with Modifications of Empirical Regimen | 187 (80.3%) | 185 (78.1%) |
Overall Survival | 224 (96.1%) | 223 (94.1%) |
14.2 Complicated Urinary Tract Infection and Pyelonephritis-Efficacy in Pediatric Patients
Ciprofloxacin, administered IV and/or orally, was compared to a cephalosporin for treatment of complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI) and pyelonephritis in pediatric patients 1 to 17 years of age (mean age of 6 ± 4 years). The trial was conducted in the US, Canada, Argentina, Peru, Costa Rica, Mexico, South Africa, and Germany. The duration of therapy was 10 to 21 days (mean duration of treatment was 11 days with a range of 1 to 88 days). The primary objective of the study was to assess musculoskeletal and neurological safety.
Patients were evaluated for clinical success and bacteriological eradication of the baseline organism(s) with no new infection or superinfection at 5 to 9 days post-therapy (Test of Cure or TOC). The Per Protocol population had a causative organism(s) with protocol specified colony count(s) at baseline, no protocol violation, and no premature discontinuation or loss to follow-up (among other criteria).
The clinical success and bacteriologic eradication rates in the Per Protocol population were similar between ciprofloxacin and the comparator group as shown in Table 13.
1. Patients with baseline pathogen(s) eradicated and no new infections or superinfections/total number of patients. There were 5.5% (6/211) ciprofloxacin and 9.5% (22/231) comparator patients with superinfections or new infections. |
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Ciprofloxacin | Comparator | |
Randomized Patients | 337 | 352 |
Per Protocol Patients | 211 | 231 |
Clinical Response at 5 to 9 Days Post-Treatment | 95.7% (202/211) | 92.6% (214/231) |
95% CI [-1.3%, 7.3%] | ||
Bacteriologic Eradication by Patient at 5 to 9 Days PostTreatment1 | 84.4% (178/211) | 78.3% (181/231) |
95% CI [-1.3%, 13.1%] | ||
Bacteriologic Eradication of the Baseline Pathogen at 5 to 9 Days Post-Treatment | ||
Escherichia coli | 156/178 (88%) | 161/179 (90%) |
14.3 Inhalational Anthrax in Adults and Pediatrics
Additional Information
The mean serum concentrations of ciprofloxacin associated with a statistically significant improvement in survival in the rhesus monkey model of inhalational anthrax are reached or exceeded in adult and pediatric patients receiving oral and intravenous regimens. Ciprofloxacin pharmacokinetics have been evaluated in various human populations. The mean peak serum concentration achieved at steady-state in human adults receiving 500 mg orally every 12 hours is 2.97 mcg/ mL, and 4.56 mcg/mL following 400 mg intravenously every 12 hours. The mean trough serum concentration at steady-state for both of these regimens is 0.2 mcg/ mL. In a study of 10 pediatric patients between 6 and 16 years of age, the mean peak plasma concentration achieved is 8.3 mcg/mL and trough concentrations range from 0.09 mcg/mL to 0.26 mcg/mL, following two 30-minute intravenous infusions of 10 mg/kg administered 12 hours apart. After the second intravenous infusion patients switched to 15 mg/kg orally every 12 hours achieve a mean peak concentration of 3.6 mcg/mL after the initial oral dose. Long-term safety data, including effects on cartilage, following the administration of ciprofloxacin to pediatric patients are limited. Ciprofloxacin serum concentrations achieved in humans serve as a surrogate endpoint reasonably likely to predict clinical benefit and provide the basis for this indication.1
A placebo-controlled animal study in rhesus monkeys exposed to an inhaled mean dose of 11 LD50 (~5.5 × 105) spores (range 5 to 30 LD50) of B. anthracis was conducted. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of ciprofloxacin for the anthrax strain used in this study was 0.08 mcg/mL. In the animals studied, mean serum concentrations of ciprofloxacin achieved at expected Tmax (1 hour postdose) following oral dosing to steady-state ranged from 0.98 mcg/mL to 1.69 mcg/ mL. Mean steady-state trough concentrations at 12 hours post-dose ranged from 0.12 mcg/mL to 0.19 mcg/mL.6 Mortality due to anthrax for animals that received a 30-day regimen of oral ciprofloxacin beginning 24 hours post-exposure was significantly lower (1/9), compared to the placebo group (9/10) [p= 0.001]. The one ciprofloxacin-treated animal that died of anthrax did so following the 30-day drug administration period.7
More than 9300 persons were recommended to complete a minimum of 60 days of antibacterial prophylaxis against possible inhalational exposure to B. anthracis during 2001. Ciprofloxacin was recommended to most of those individuals for all or part of the prophylaxis regimen. Some persons were also given anthrax vaccine or were switched to alternative antibacterial drugs. No one who received ciprofloxacin or other therapies as prophylactic treatment subsequently developed inhalational anthrax. The number of persons who received ciprofloxacin as all or part of their post-exposure prophylaxis regimen is unknown.
14.4 Plague
A placebo-controlled animal study in African green monkeys exposed to an inhaled mean dose of 110 LD50 (range 92 to 127 LD50) of Yersinia pestis (CO92 strain) was conducted. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of ciprofloxacin for the Y. pestis strain used in this study was 0.015 mcg/mL. Mean peak serum concentrations of ciprofloxacin achieved at the end of a single 60 minute infusion were 3.49 mcg/mL ± 0.55 mcg/mL, 3.91 mcg/mL ± 0.58 mcg/mL and 4.03 mcg/mL ± 1.22 mcg/mL on Day 2, Day 6 and Day 10 of treatment in African green monkeys, respectively All trough concentrations (Day 2, Day 6 and Day 10) were < 0.5 mcg/ mL. Animals were randomized to receive either a 10-day regimen of intravenous ciprofloxacin 15 mg/kg, or placebo beginning when animals were found to be febrile (a body temperature greater than 1.5°C over baseline for two hours), or at 76 hours post-challenge, whichever occurred sooner. Mortality in the ciprofloxacin group was significantly lower (1/10) compared to the placebo group (2/2) [difference: -90.0%, 95% exact confidence interval: -99.8% to -5.8%]. The one ciprofloxacintreated animal that died did not receive the proposed dose of ciprofloxacin due to a failure of the administration catheter. Circulating ciprofloxacin concentration was below 0.5 mcg/mL at all timepoints tested in this animal. It became culture negative on Day 2 of treatment, but had a resurgence of low grade bacteremia on Day 6 after treatment initiation. Terminal blood culture in this animal was negative.8
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- Report presented at the FDA's Anti-Infective Drug and Dermatological Drug Product's Advisory Committee meeting, March 31, 1993, Silver Spring, MD. Report available from FDA, CDER, Advisors and Consultants Staff, HFD-21, 1901 Chapman Avenue, Room 200, Rockville, MD 20852, USA.
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16. How is Ciprofloxacin in 5% Dextrose supplied
Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP (in 5% Dextrose Injection) is available in 200 mg and 400 mg strengths supplied in flexible containers as follows:
NDC | Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP in 5% Dextrose (2 mg per mL) | Package Factor |
0409-2300-24 | 200 mg per 100 mL single-dose flexible container bag | 24 bags per carton |
0409-3300-24 | 400 mg per 200 mL single-dose flexible container bag | 24 bags per carton |
Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP (ciprofloxacin) is available as a clear, colorless to slightly yellowish solution.
17. Patient Counseling Information
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide)
Serious Adverse Reactions
Advise patients to stop taking ciprofloxacin if they experience an adverse reaction and to call their healthcare provider for advice on completing the full course of treatment with another antibacterial drug.
Inform patients of the following serious adverse reactions that have been associated with ciprofloxacin or other fluoroquinolone use:
- Disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions that may occur together: Inform patients that disabling and potentially irreversible serious adverse reactions, including tendinitis and tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathies, and central nervous system effects, have been associated with use of ciprofloxacin and may occur together in the same patient. Inform patients to stop taking ciprofloxacin immediately if they experience an adverse reaction and to call their healthcare provider.
- 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. Symptoms may be irreversible. 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.
- Peripheral Neuropathies: Inform patients that peripheral neuropathies have been associated with ciprofloxacin use, symptoms may occur soon after initiation of therapy and may be irreversible. If symptoms of peripheral neuropathy including pain, burning, tingling, numbness and/or weakness develop, immediately discontinue ciprofloxacin and tell them to contact their physician.
- Central nervous system effects (for example, convulsions, dizziness, lightheadedness, increased intracranial pressure): 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. 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 or without blurred vision occurs.
- 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.
- Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection: Inform patients to seek emergency medical care if they experience sudden chest, stomach, or back pain.
- Diarrhea: Diarrhea is a common problem caused by antibiotics which usually ends when the antibiotic is discontinued. Sometimes after starting treatment with antibiotics, patients can develop watery and bloody stools (with or without stomach cramps and fever) even as late as two or more months after having taken the last dose of the antibiotic. If this occurs, instruct patients to contact their physician as soon as possible.
- Prolongation of the QT Interval: Instruct patients to inform their physician of any personal or family history of QT prolongation or proarrhythmic conditions such as hypokalemia, bradycardia, or recent myocardial ischemia; if they are taking any Class IA (quinidine, procainamide), or Class III (amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic agents. Instruct patients to notify their physician if they have any symptoms of prolongation of the QT interval, including prolonged heart palpitations or a loss of consciousness.
- Musculoskeletal Disorders in Pediatric Patients: Instruct parents to inform their child's physician if the child has a history of joint-related problems before taking this drug. Inform parents of pediatric patients to notify their child's physician of any joint-related problems that occur during or following ciprofloxacin therapy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.13) and Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
- Tizanidine: Instruct patients not to use ciprofloxacin if they are already taking tizanidine. Ciprofloxacin increases the effects of tizanidine (Zanaflex®).
- Theophylline: Inform patients that ciprofloxacin may increase the effects of theophylline. Life-threatening CNS effects and arrhythmias can occur. Advise the patients to immediately seek medical help if they experience seizures, palpitations, or difficulty breathing.
- Caffeine: Inform patients that ciprofloxacin may increase the effects of caffeine. There is a possibility of caffeine accumulation when products containing caffeine are consumed while taking quinolones.
- Photosensitivity/Phototoxicity: Inform patients that photosensitivity/ phototoxicity has been reported in patients receiving fluoroquinolones. Inform patients to minimize or avoid exposure to natural or artificial sunlight (tanning beds or UVA/B treatment) while taking quinolones. If patients need to be outdoors while using quinolones, instruct them to wear loose-fitting clothes that protect skin from sun exposure and discuss other sun protection measures with their physician. If a sunburn-like reaction or skin eruption occurs, instruct patients to contact their physician.
- Blood Glucose Disturbances: Inform the patients that if they are diabetic and are being treated with insulin or an oral hypoglycemic agent and a hypoglycemic reaction occurs, they should discontinue ciprofloxacin and consult a physician.
- Lactation: For indications other than inhalational anthrax (post-exposure), advise a woman that breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with ciprofloxacin and for an additional 2 days after the last dose. Alternatively, a woman may pump and discard during treatment and for additional 2 days after the last dose [see Use in Specific Populations (8.2)].
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 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
Inform patients to drink fluids liberally while taking ciprofloxacin to avoid formation of highly concentrated urine and crystal formation in the urine.
Drug Interactions Oral Antidiabetic Agents
Inform patients that hypoglycemia has been reported when ciprofloxacin and oral antidiabetic agents were co-administered; if low blood sugar occurs with ciprofloxacin, instruct them to consult their physician and that their antibacterial medicine may need to be changed.
Anthrax and Plague Studies
Inform patients given ciprofloxacin for this condition that efficacy studies could not be conducted in humans for ethical and feasibility reasons. Therefore, approval for these conditions was based on efficacy studies conducted in animals.
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MEDICATION GUIDE
CIPROFLOXACIN (sip-row-FLOX-a-sin) INJECTION, USP (in 5% Dextrose Injection) (ciprofloxacin) for intravenous infusion |
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 can happen at the same time and could result in death.If you get any of the following serious side effects while you take ciprofloxacin, you should stop taking ciprofloxacin immediately and get medical help right away. 1. Tendon rupture or swelling of the tendon (tendinitis).
3. Central Nervous System (CNS) effects. Mental health problems and seizures have been reported in people who take fluoroquinolone antibacterial medicines, including ciprofloxacin. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of seizures before you start taking ciprofloxacin. CNS side effects may happen as soon as after taking the first dose of ciprofloxacin. Stop taking ciprofloxacin immediately and talk to your healthcare provider right away if you get any of these side effects, or other changes in mood or behavior:
4. 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. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of myasthenia gravis before you start taking ciprofloxacin. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any worsening muscle weakness or breathing problems. |
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 infections include:
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Who should not take ciprofloxacin?
Do not take ciprofloxacin if you:
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What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking ciprofloxacin?
Before you take ciprofloxacin, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. |
How should I take ciprofloxacin?
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What should I avoid while taking ciprofloxacin?
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What are the possible side effects of ciprofloxacin? Ciprofloxacin may cause serious side effects, including:
These are not all the possible side effects of ciprofloxacin. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. |
Keep ciprofloxacin and all medicines out of the reach of children. |
General Information about the safe and effective use of ciprofloxacin.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use ciprofloxacin for a condition for which it is not prescribed. Do not give ciprofloxacin to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about ciprofloxacin. If you would like more information about ciprofloxacin, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about ciprofloxacin that is written for health professionals. |
What are the ingredients in ciprofloxacin?
Ciprofloxacin Injection, USP (in 5% Dextrose Injection):
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CIPROFLOXACIN
200 mg/100 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
Store between 5° and 25°C (41° and 77°F).
Protect from light. Avoid excessive heat.
Protect from freezing. Discard unused portion.
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NDC 0409-2300-01
100 mL
CIPROFLOXACIN
200 mg/100 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
INFUSE OVER A PERIOD OF 60 MINUTES
Sterile, Nonpyrogenic, Preservative-free.
The container and container closure are not made with
natural rubber latex.
Single-dose flexible plastic container.
Each 100 ml contains: Ciprofloxacin 200 mg; Dextrose
Monohydrate 5g; Lactic Acid added as solubilizer; Water
for Injection, USP; Hydrochloric Acid for pH adjustment to
pH 3.5 to 4.6.
Usual dosage: intravenously as directed by a physician.
See package insert. Do not use unless solution is clear.
CAUTIONS: After removing the overwrap check for minute leaks
by squeezing the inner bag firmly. If leaks are found, discard
container as sterility may be impaired. Must not be used in
series connections. Drug additives should not be made to this
solution.
TO OPEN-TEAR AT NOTCH; Do not remove unit from overwrap
until ready for use. Use unit promptly when pouch is opened.
Do not use if overwrap has been previously opened
or damaged.
The overwrap is a moisture and light barrier. The
inner bag maintains the sterility of the product.
Recommended storage: Store between
5° and 25°C (41 ° and 77°F). Avoid excessive heat.
Protect from freezing. Protect from light.
Discard unused portion. See package insert.
Attention Pharmacist: Dispense the
accompanying Medication Guide to
each patient.
Hospira
Rx Only
Principal Display Panel – 100 mL Bag Label
NDC 0409-2300-01
100 mL
CIPROFLOXACIN
200 mg/100 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
INFUSE OVER A PERIOD OF 60 MINUTES
Sterile, Nonpyrogenic, Preservative-free. This container and
container closure are not made with natura rubber latex.
Single-dose flexible plastic container. See package insert.
Each 100 ml contains: Ciprofloxacin 200 mg; Dextrose
Monohydrate 5g; Lactic Acid added as solubilizer.
Water for Injection, USP; Hydrochloric Acid for pH adjustment to
pH 3.5 ta 4.6.
USUAL DOSAGE: Intravenously as directed by a physician.
See package insert.
Do not use if solution is discolored or contains a precipitate.
Discard unused portion.
CAUTIONS: Must not be used in series
connections. Do not use unless solution is clear.
Drug additives should not be made to this solution.
Attention Pharmacist: Dispense the accompanying
Medication Guide to each patient.
Hospira
Rx Only
Principal Display Panel – 200 mL Carton Label
24 x 200 mL Bags
NDC 0409-3300-24
CIPROFLOXACIN
400 mg/200 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
Store between 5° and 25°C (41° and 77°F).
Protect from light. Avoid excessive heat.
Protect from freezing. Discard unused portion.
Hospira
MADE IN INDIA
Distributed by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA
Principal Display Panel – 200 mL Pouch Label
TO OPEN AT NOTCH
NDC 0409-3300-01
200 mL
CIPROFLOXACIN
400 mg/200 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
INFUSE OVER A PERIOD OF 60 MINUTES
This container and container closure are not made with natural rubber
latex.
Single-dose flexible plastic container.
Each 100 ml contains: Ciprofloxacin 200 mg; Dextrose Monohydrate 5g, .
Lactic Acid added as solubilizer; Water for lnjection, USP· Hydrochloric Acid for,
pH adjustment to pH 3.5 to 4.6.
Usual dosage: intravenously as directed by a physician.
See package insert. Do not use unless solution is clear.
CAUTIONS. After removing the overwrap check for minute leaks by squeezing '
the inner bag firmly.
If leaks are found discard container as sterility may be impaired
Must not be used in series connections.
Drug additives should not be made to this solution.
TO OPEN-TEAR AT NOTCH; Do not remove unit from overwrap until ready,
for use. Use unit promptly when pouch is opened. Do not use if overwrap
has been previously opened or damaged. '
The overwrap is a moisture and light barrier. The inner bag maintains the
sterility of the product. Recommended storage: Store between 5° and 25°C ·
(41 ° and 77°F) Avoid excessive heat Protect from freezing. Protect from light
Discard unused portion. See package insert. ·
Attention Pharmacist: Dispense the accompanying
Medication Guide to each patient.
Hospira
Rx Only
Principal Display Panel – 200 mL Bag Label
NDC 0409-3300-01
200 mL
CIPROFLOXACIN
400 mg/200 mL (2 mg/mL)
in 5% Dextrose Injection, USP
INFUSE OVER A PERIOD OF 60 MINUTES
Sterile, Nonpyrogenic, Preservative-free.
This container and container closure are not made with natural rubber latex.
Single-dose flexible plastic container. See package insert.
Each 100 ml contains: Ciprofloxacin 200 mg; Dextrose Monohydrate 5g; Lactic
Acid added as solubilizer; Water for Injection, USP; Hydrochloric Acid for pH
adjustment to pH 3.5 to 4.6.
USUAL DOSAGE: intravenously as directed by a physician. See package insert
CAUTIONS: Must not be used in series connections.
Do not use unless solution is clear.
Drug additives should not be made to this solution.
Discard unused portion.
Attention Pharmacist: Dispense the accompanying
Medication Guide to each patient.
Hospira
Rx Only
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