Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride

Description

What is ciprofloxacin used for?

Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that is commonly used for the following infections caused by certain bacteria.

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and bladder infections
• Prostate infections
• Lung infections (e.g., bronchitis, pneumonia)
• Sinus infections
• Skin infections
• Bone and joint infections
• Abdominal infections
• Infectious diarrhea
• Typhoid fever
• Certain gonorrhea infections
• Certain anthrax infections
• An infection called plague

Ciprofloxacin may not be appropriate for some of the infections listed above, depending on which germs are causing the infection. Bacteria in some locations may have developed resistance to ciprofloxacin, which will make it less effective.

Ciprofloxacin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.

How does ciprofloxacin work?

Ciprofloxacin kills certain types of bacteria by disrupting their ability to create and repair their DNA.

How should ciprofloxacin be stored?

Oral Tablets. Most ciprofloxacin oral tablets should be stored at room temperature between 68° to 77° F (20° to 25° C). Proquin XR tablets may be stored between 59° to 86° F (15° to 30° C).