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If you have, or have had, a urinary tract infection (UTI), you know how important fast relief is. Cipro XR is a fast-acting, extended-release formulation of ciprofloxacin, a medication healthcare professionals have trusted for years to treat their patients' UTIs. Use this site to learn more about UTI causes and treatments, as well as to find tips to help alleviate your symptoms while your medication is working.
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**Indications
Cipro XR (500 mg qd ) is indicated for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) caused by Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Enterococcus faecalis, or Staphylococcus saprophyticus.a
Cipro XR (1000 mg qd ) is indicated for the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterococcus faecalis, Proteus mirabilis, or Pseudomonas aeruginosa.a
Cipro XR (1000 mg qd ) is indicated for the treatment of acute uncomplicated pyelonephritis caused by Escherichia coli.
a Treatment of infections due to this organism in this organ system was studied in fewer than 10 patients.
Important Safety Information
Serious and fatal reactions have been reported in patients receiving concurrent administration of ciprofloxacin and theophylline. Monitor theophylline levels if concurrent administration cannot be avoided.
The safety and effectiveness of Cipro XR in children, adolescents less than 18 years of age, pregnant women and lactating women have not been established. Cipro XR is contraindicated in persons with a history of hypersensitivity to ciprofloxacin or any quinolone, and should be discontinued at the first sign of an allergic reaction.
Adverse reactions determined to be at least possibly drug- related occurring in greater than or equal to 1% of patients were nausea (3%), diarrhea (2%), headache (1%), dyspepsia (1%), dizziness (1%), and vaginal moniliasis (1%). Vomiting (1%) occurred in the 1000 mg dose.
Cipro XR should be administered at least 2 hours before or 6 hours after antacids containing magnesium, aluminium, or other products containing metal cations. A 2-hour window between substantial calcium intake (>800 mg) and dosing with Cipro XR is recommended.
DO NOT SPLIT, CRUSH, OR CHEW THE TABLET.
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