Question 1

What is Ciprofloxacin used for?

Accepted Answer

Typhoid, urinary tract infections (UTI), serious stomach infections (running stomach caused by bacteria), bone and joint infections, skin infections, eye and ear infections, chest infections like pneumonia

Question 2

How do you take Ciprofloxacin?

Accepted Answer

For most infections, adults take one 500 mg tablet twice a day (morning and night) for 7 to 14 days depending on the infection. For typhoid, the usual course is 500 mg twice daily for 10-14 days. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water — you can take it with or without food, but avoid taking it with milk, yoghurt, or malt drinks as dairy reduces how well it works. Space your doses about 12 hours apart.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Ciprofloxacin?

Accepted Answer

Nausea or feeling like vomiting, diarrhoea or loose stool, headache, dizziness or feeling lightheaded, stomach discomfort

Question 4

Who should not take Ciprofloxacin?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to ciprofloxacin or other fluoroquinolone antibiotics, pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 18 (unless specifically prescribed by a doctor), people with a history of tendon problems caused by antibiotics, and those with epilepsy or seizure disorders should use it with extreme caution.

Question 5

Is Ciprofloxacin safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ciprofloxacin is not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — it can harm the baby's developing bones and joints, so always consult your doctor for a safer alternative.

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