An older adult client has been prescribed ciprofloxacin (Cipro), a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, for treatment of a urinary tract infection (UTI). When reviewing the client's history, the nurse notes that this client currently takes magaldrate (aluminum–magnesium complex [Riopan]), an antacid for acid indigestion. What should the nurse educate this client about taking these two medications concurrently?
a. The Cipro should not be taken within 2 hours of taking antacids.
b. Stop taking the antacids until the course of Cipro is completed.
c. Take both medications together at the same time.
d. Take the Riopan one-half hour before the Cipro.
a. The Cipro should not be taken within 2 hours of taking antacids.
FEEDBACK:
a. The antacid may impair absorption, decreasing the effect of the antibiotic. Therefore, Cipro should not be taken within 2 hours of taking antacids.
b. The client should be instructed to continue both medications as prescribed, separating the two medications by at least 2 hours. .
c. The client should be instructed to separate the two medications by at least 2 hours. .
d. The client should be instructed to separate the two medications by at least 2 hours. .
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