Patient Information DRUG NAME: CIPRO® (BAYER) COMMON NAME: CIPROFLOXACIN	Click below to order for UTI (Qty:6)
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What is this medication used for?
Cipro® - One of the most powerful and versitile antibiotic medications available to treat a multitude of infections. Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that stops multiplication of bacteria by inhibiting the reproduction and repair of their genetic material (DNA). Ciprofloxacin is used to treat infections of the skin, lungs, airways, bones, and joints caused by susceptible bacteria. Ciprofloxacin is also frequently used to treat urinary infections caused by bacteria such as E.coli. Cipro® also used for treatment of inhalational anthrax.

Cipro® is an antibiotic used to treat bacteria in your body including the one you may get while traveling to other countries that causes Traveler's diarrhea. Our doctors are only approved to perform consultations for Traveler's diarrhea and Urinary Tract Infections.

Ciprofloxacin is also one of the drugs used in combination to treat MAC (Mycobacterium avium complex). If you are HIV+ and travelling to a country where intestinal infection is common, discuss what drug you should take with your doctor. Mycobacterium avium complex, or MAC, is a serious bacterial infection that HIV+ people can get. MAC is related to tuberculosis. MAC is also sometimes called MAI, which stands for Mycobacterium avium intracellulare.

Who should not take CIPRO®?

Anyone who may be allergic to this drug
Anyone who may have a kidney disease without first talking to your doctor
Anyone who may have a seizure disorder
Anyone who may be pregnant or breastfeeding their baby
Anyone who is less than 12 years old (You must be over 18 to purchase on this site)

How do I take my CIPRO®?
Cipro® is prescribed differently depending on what bacteria and disease is being treated. If you have a bacterial infection, the usual dosage is one tablet two times per day. For traveler's diarrhea, it is usually taken twice daily for 3 days at the onset of diarrhea. In some cases, your doctor will prescribe Cipro® as a preventative measure for traveler's diarrhea. In that case, one tablet is taken each day starting on day one of travel and continuing for 2 days after travel. Take with a full glass of water and drink several more glasses of water during the day. Also, it should be taken at least 2 hours after a meal and in evenly spaced intervals.

For urinary tract infections, 1 tablet twice a day for 3 days is usually recommended.

What are the side effects of CIPRO®?
The most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, lightheadedness, drowsiness, or ringing in ears. Always use a sunscreen if you are going to be in the sun. If any of these become bothersome, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Other Important Information
Notify your doctor, pharmacist or seek emergency medical attention if you begin to have a rash, difficulty breathing, tightness in your chest, hallucinations, seizures, muscle or joint pain.
Avoid taking aluminum of magnesium-containing antacids at the same time as Cipro®. Antacids may be used, but should be taken either 2 hours after or 6 hours before the Cipro® dose.
Avoid taking an iron-containing multivitamin at the same time as Cipro®.
Always take the entire amount of medication prescribed, even if you feel better.
If you miss a dose, take it when you realize it. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed. Do not take a double dose to catch up.
Do not share your drug with others. Keep it away from children and throw away any unused drug after the expiration date.

If you take too much: IF OVERDOSE IS SUSPECTED, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Additional information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.