Ciprofloxacin-induced crystal nephropathy

Iran J Kidney Dis. 2014 May;8(3):240-2.

Abstract

Ciprofloxacin is a commonly used antibiotic. Renal side effects are rare and are usually immune mediated. Clinical and experimental studies have suggested that crystalluria and crystal nephropathy occur in alkaline urine. Preexisting kidney function impairment, high dose of the medication, and advanced age predispose to this complication. We report a case of crystal nephropathy in a young woman treated with ciprofloxacin and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / adverse effects*
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / adverse effects
  • Ciprofloxacin / adverse effects*
  • Crystallization
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Kidney Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Mefenamic Acid / adverse effects
  • Urinary Tract Infections / drug therapy

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
  • Mefenamic Acid
  • Ciprofloxacin