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Question 1 of 5

A nurse instructs the patient that if ciprofloxacin (Cipro) is taken with antacids, absorption is

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Decreased. Ciprofloxacin forms chelates with multivalent cations in antacids, reducing its absorption. This occurs due to the binding of chelates, making the drug unavailable for absorption in the gastrointestinal tract.
Therefore, taking ciprofloxacin with antacids decreases its absorption, potentially reducing its effectiveness.

Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because the presence of antacids interferes with ciprofloxacin absorption, leading to decreased bioavailability.

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