Get Prescription Ciprofloxacin Online
- Sold under brand name Cipro
- Treats bacterial infections
- Prescription medication
Cipro is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. Its active ingredient is ciprofloxacin. It’s an antibiotic that works by killing bacteria to stop an infection.
It’s commonly used to treat pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bone infections, and other types of bacterial infections.
Ciprofloxacin can be taken as a tablet, capsule, or liquid with or without food. Tablets and capsules are taken twice a day. Extended-release tablets are taken once daily at the same time. A single dose of 250-700 mg of the liquid is consumed depending on the type of infection being treated.
The active ingredient in Cipro (ciprofloxacin) works by preventing DNA replication of harmful bacteria.
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Frequently asked questions
Be sure to let your healthcare provider know if you or anyone in your family has a history of cardiovascular conditions, high blood pressure, or peripheral vascular disease (reduced circulation in the blood vessels). People with a history of diabetes and liver disease also have an increased risk of experiencing side effects.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you should not take ciprofloxacin. Speak with your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant while taking the medication.
While you can drink when taking ciprofloxacin, it’s important to stay hydrated while taking it. Be sure to avoid highly caffeinated drinks. Drinks with caffeine may increase your risk of sleeplessness, heart pounding, and anxiety.
Be sure to take ciprofloxacin according to instructions from your healthcare provider. Ciprofloxacin is commonly prescribed to take for 10 to 60 days depending on the type of infection being treated.
Ciprofloxacin can dissolve into your system as soon as one to two hours after taking the medication.
Potassium-rich foods and dairy may negatively interact with medications like ciprofloxacin. While bananas and other potassium-rich foods are safe to eat, it’s not recommended to consume these foods excessively.
The most common side effects of ciprofloxacin include:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Vaginal itching
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn
- Abdominal pain
- Pale skin
It’s important to know that not everyone will experience the same side effects while taking ciprofloxacin. If you experience these or any additional symptoms, reach out to a healthcare provider.
Severe side effects can happen while taking ciprofloxacin including:
- Chest pain
- Fainting
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
- Light colored stool
- Fever
- Hives
- Itching
- Fever
- Swelling
- Hives
- Severe diarrhea
Speak with a healthcare provider right away if you experience any emergency symptoms.
As with any medication, be sure to let your healthcare provider know if you are taking other medications. Ciprofloxacin may interact with certain medications including Zanaflex (tizanidine) and NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). It may also negatively interact with calcium, iron, and zinc supplements.
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