Ciprofloxacin

Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is prescribed for urinary tract infections, prostate infections, typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, bone and joint infections, and eye and ear infections. Below you will find how it is used, how it works, its possible side effects and the brands of Ciprofloxacin you can order online from Sargodha.

What is Ciprofloxacin used for?

Ciprofloxacin is a strong antibiotic prescribed for urinary tract and prostate infections, typhoid fever, infectious diarrhoea, bone and joint infections, and certain eye and ear infections. Doctors usually save it for infections where other antibiotics are less suitable.

How Ciprofloxacin works

Ciprofloxacin stops bacteria from copying and repairing their DNA. Unable to multiply, the bacteria die off and the infection clears. It works against a wide range of germs but not against viruses.

Side effects of Ciprofloxacin

Many people take Ciprofloxacin without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:

• Nausea or diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Headache or dizziness
• Trouble sleeping
• Rash

Stop and call your doctor if you have pain, swelling or a snapping feeling in a tendon (especially the heel), numbness or tingling, severe diarrhoea, or sudden mood changes. Tendon injury is a known risk with this group of antibiotics.

Before you take Ciprofloxacin

• Drink plenty of water and avoid exercising hard while on treatment, to protect your tendons.
• Do not take it within two hours of antacids, iron, calcium or zinc, which block its absorption.
• It can make skin more sensitive to sun, so cover up outdoors.
• Tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, tendon problems, myasthenia gravis or kidney disease.
• It is generally avoided in pregnancy and in children unless a doctor decides the benefit is clear.

Ciprofloxacin brands available in Pakistan

These are the Ciprofloxacin products currently listed on SargodhaBazar.pk. Prices are per pack and can change, so check the product page for the latest price.

This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.