Trade name
Ciprofloxacin (Aspen)
Strength
2 mg/mL (volume: 50 mL, 100 mL)
IV administration
Give undiluted or dilute to 1 mg/mL and give over 1 hour, preferably via a large vein.
Other routes of administration
IM: Not recommended.
SC: Not recommended.
Compatible IV fluids
Glucose 5%
Glucose 5% and sodium chloride 0.45%
Glucose 10%
Hartmann’s
Sodium chloride 0.9%
Ciprofloxacin 1 mg/mL or weaker:
Ringer’s
Y-site only:
Plasma-Lyte 148
Y-site only and with glucose 5% or sodium chloride 0.9% only:
Potassium chloride 20 mmol/L
Additional information
Observe closely for anaphylactic reactions.
Extravasation risk.
Ensure adequate hydration.
Solution should be clear and colourless or slightly yellow.
Discard any unused vial or infusion bag contents.
Protect from light during storage.