Proquin
Name: Proquin
Uses of Proquin
Ciprofloxacin is a prescription medication used to treat certain infections caused by certain germs called bacteria. It is used to treat a variety of infections, some of which include infections of the:
- urinary tract
- lungs (pneumonia, bronchitis)
- sinuses
- skin
- bone
- prostate
It is also used to reduce the incidence or progression of disease following exposure to inhaled anthrax.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Manufacturer
Depomed, Inc.
Esprit Pharma, Inc.
Proquin and Lactation
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
Ciprofloxacin has been detected in human breast milk. Because of the possibility for adverse reactions in nursing infants from ciprofloxacin, a choice should be made whether to stop nursing or to stop use of this medication. The importance of the drug to the mother should be considered.