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Ciprofloxacin-induced QTc prolongation.

H Singh1, K Kishore, M S Gupta

  • 1Department of Medicine, Pt. BD Sharma PGIMS, Robtak, India.

The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|April 2, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic, rarely causes heart rhythm problems. This case report details a rare instance of QTc prolongation linked to ciprofloxacin use, adding to cardiovascular safety data.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Ciprofloxacin is a widely prescribed fluoroquinolone antibiotic.
  • It is generally recognized for its favorable cardiovascular safety profile.
  • Previous literature has not extensively documented QTc prolongation associated with ciprofloxacin.

Observation:

  • This report presents a case of a patient experiencing QTc prolongation.
  • The adverse event was observed during ciprofloxacin therapy.
  • This finding is significant given the drug's common usage.

Findings:

  • QTc prolongation, a measure of cardiac repolarization, was identified.
  • The temporal association suggests ciprofloxacin as a potential cause.
  • This represents a rare but notable side effect.

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Implications:

  • Clinicians should be aware of the potential for ciprofloxacin-induced QTc prolongation.
  • Further monitoring may be warranted in specific patient populations.
  • This case contributes to a comprehensive understanding of fluoroquinolone cardiovascular risks.