What are the potential renal side effects of ciprofloxacin, including nephrotoxicity or kidney damage and how should patients with preexisting kidney disease be monitored or managed during ciprofloxacin therapy?
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Ciprofloxacin may cause renal toxicity manifesting as crystalluria, interstitial nephritis, or acute renal failure. Patients with kidney disease should have their renal function monitored closely and dosage adjusted accordingly.