Cipro

Cipro, also known under the brand names of Cipro XL, Cipro XR, Proquin XR is an antibiotic that is part of a category of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. It fights bacteria in the body. It operates by halting or slowing the production of essential proteins certain bacteria need to survive. Cipro antibiotics are commonly used to treat different types of bacterial infections but it may also be used to prevent or slow anthrax after exposure. The drug can be used to treat infections of the skin, sinuses, bone, lung, ear, abdomen and bladder. It is also used to treat some sexually transmitted infections, some forms of infectious diarrhea and typhoid fever.

Cipro may have side effects such as: swelling or tearing of a tendon; frequent pain or discomfort, mild to the abdomen or stomach pain; vaginal flow; stunning; insomnia; mild diarrhea; headache; nausea or vomiting; nervousness; drowsiness; dizziness. These effects are more likely to occur if in patients over 60 years old, or that take any form of oral steroid medication, have recently had a kidney, heart, or lung transplant. sudden pain, swelling, tenderness, stiffness, or movement problems in the joints. Get immediate medical attention if you suffer from any of these sides effects.

It is very important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Even if you start to feel better after starting treatment, he must take the entire amount that was prescribed. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and continue with the treatment as soon as possible. While it is almost time for your next dose, do not worry about the missed dose and continue with the regimen usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.