Virtual Drug Bag
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CIPROFLOXACIN |
PACKAGED: Tablet
LOCATION: Not carried in drug bag
INDICATION:
As prophylaxis against Anthrax, Cholera or Plague
ADULT:
500 mg tablet by mouth, twice a day
PEDI:
Dosage will be specified at time of incident.
THERAPEUTIC ACTION:
Antibiotic
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Allergy to quinolones
Tendon pain or inflammation
Pediatrics
Pregnancy
PRECAUTIONS AND SIDE EFFECTS:
Atrial flutter, hypotension, PVCs, QT prolongation, Torsade De Pointes, Tendon pain/inflammation
REQUIRES MCP:
ADULT: Yes
PEDI: Yes