Comparing Ciprofloxacin vs Sulfamethoxazole / Trimethoprim

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Ciprofloxacin

Sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim

Ciprofloxacin is an effective antibiotic that treats a wide variety of infections; however, it should not be given to children aged less than 18 and in adults, it should be reserved for infections... View more

Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim is an effective combination antibiotic; however, it may not be suitable for those with kidney or liver disease or folate deficiency. The risk of side effects may be... View more

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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Drug Class

Quinolones

Sulfonamides

Side Effects

Commonly reported side effects include: pyelonephritis, arthralgia, and musculoskeletal signs and symptoms.

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Pricing and Coupons

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Quantity	1 tablet
Dosage	500 mg
Per Unit^*	$11.09
Cost^*	$11.09

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Quantity	2 tablet
Dosage	800 mg-160 mg
Per Unit^*	$5.03
Cost^*	$10.05

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Generic Availability

Yes (this medicine)

Dosage Form(s) Available

Intravenous solution
Oral powder for reconstitution
Oral tablet
Oral tablet, extended release

Intravenous solution
Oral suspension
Oral tablet

Brand Names

Cipro, Cipro Cystitis Pack, Cipro I.V., Cipro XR Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Bactrim IV, Bactrim Pediatric, Bethaprim, Bethaprim Pediatric, Co-trimoxazole, Septra, Septra DS, SMZ-TMP DS, Sulfatrim Pediatric View more

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

4 hours

14 hours

CSA Schedule**

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Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category

Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

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Category D Positive evidence of risk

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Drug Interactions

A total of 603 drugs are known to interact with ciprofloxacin:

145 major drug interactions (616 brand and generic names)
377 moderate drug interactions (2702 brand and generic names)
81 minor drug interactions (227 brand and generic names)

A total of 373 drugs are known to interact with sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim:

55 major drug interactions (215 brand and generic names)
122 moderate drug interactions (478 brand and generic names)
196 minor drug interactions (622 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

Do not take ciprofloxacin with dairy products such as milk or yogurt, or with calcium-fortified... View more

No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

October 22, 1987

July 30, 1973

WADA Class

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N/A

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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

Further information

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