ciprofloxacin
Brand names: ciprofloxacin
# Ciprofloxacin: What You Need to Know Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic medicine that doctors use to fight bacterial infections. It works by stopping bacteria from growing and spreading in your body. This medication can treat infections in different parts of your body, depending on the form your doctor prescribes. Whether it's a pill, liquid, or eye drops, ciprofloxacin helps your immune system win the battle against harmful bacteria that make you sick. Like all medicines, ciprofloxacin comes with important safety information you should know. Tell your doctor about any other medications you take, especially blood thinners like warfarin, since ciprofloxacin can make them stronger in your body. If you take theophylline or caffeine regularly, your doctor needs to know because this antibiotic can increase those levels too. Always take ciprofloxacin exactly as prescribed, don't skip doses, and finish the entire course even if you feel better. If you experience any unusual side effects or symptoms while taking this medicine, contact your doctor right away.
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Check Your Medications →Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY6,069 reports
- PAIN6,014 reports
- FATIGUE5,966 reports
- DIARRHOEA5,785 reports
- NAUSEA5,769 reports
- ARTHRALGIA5,489 reports
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE5,009 reports
- ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY4,674 reports
- DYSPNOEA4,563 reports
- CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE4,553 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
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