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My mum 92 was given ciprofloxacin with calcium tablets during her hospitalization. what is the likely reaction?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Clear up infection: Hopefully, it is an excellent antibiotic, and calcium pills are to stem osteoporosis (calcium escaping from bones).

Answered 4/7/2013

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Decreased absorption: Co-administration of Cipro (cipro (ciprofloxacin)floxacin) and calcium may decrease the absorption of cipro (ciprofloxacin). If she is better then it was not a problem.

Answered 6/24/2014

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