Question

a nurse in a provider’s office receives a call from a client who is taking ciprofloxacin to treat a respiratory tract infection and reports dyspepsia. which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client? take an antacid at least 2 hr after taking the medication. take the medication with a cup of coffee. take an iron supplement with the medication. take the medication with 240 ml (8 oz) of milk.

Explanation:

Ciprofloxacin (a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) interacts with antacids, iron supplements, and dairy products (like milk) by reducing absorption. Coffee can also interfere. Antacids should be taken at least 2 hours after to avoid interaction, so this is correct. Taking with coffee, iron, or milk is incorrect due to absorption issues.

Answer:

A. Take an antacid at least 2 hr after taking the medication.