The nurse is caring for a young man who has been prescribed ciprofloxacin (Cipro) for pyelonephritis. Which information should the nurse include in order to prevent recurrence?
a. Take this medication with a full glass of water.
b. Take antacids 2 hours after this medica-tion.
c. Take the entire prescription.
d. Take this medication on an empty sto-mach.
A
The most important way to prevent recurrence is to take the entire course of antibiotic therapy. Cipro should be taken at least 2 hours prior to an antacid, but this action does not work to prevent recurrence. Cipro does have to be taken with a full glass of water and may be taken on a full or empty stomach.
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