Ciprofloxacin Pediatric Dose Calculator
Harriet Lane–based dosing records for Ciprofloxacin. Use with patient weight, indication, and local antimicrobial stewardship policy.
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Ciprofloxacin
Generic: Cipro
Indication: Bacterial infections
Pediatric dosage: Oral: 20-30 mg/kg/day divided q12hr;
IV: 20-30 mg/kg/day divided q8-12hr
Route: Oral/IV/Otic/Ophthalmic
Frequency: Every 8-12 hours
Warnings: Tendinopathy/tendon rupture risk; QT prolongation; avoid in myasthenia gravis; adjust in renal impairment.
Ciprofloxacin + Dexamethasone
Generic: Ciprodex
Indication: Otitis media with tympanostomy tubes; Otitis externa
Pediatric dosage: 4 drops in affected ear(s)
Route: Otic
Frequency: Twice daily
Warnings: Tendinopathy/tendon rupture risk; QT prolongation; avoid in myasthenia gravis; adjust in renal impairment.