Ciprofloxacin

Ciprofloxacin (antibiotic)

Prescription medication
Consultation and supply on prescription from £11.50

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Seeking help

Symptoms should start to improve within 24 hours of starting antibiotic. Medical advice should be sought if symptoms are not improving or are worsening, or if any of the following occur:

• Profuse diarrhoea and vomiting lead to dehydration
• Blood and green or yellow slime in the motions with severe abdominal pains
• Diarrhoea associated with rashes
• High fever and headache with diarrhoea (particularly in malaria areas)

Treating diarrhoea

• The anti-diarrhoeal Loperamide and anti-sickness tablets also reduce symptoms
• Try to get plenty of rest
• Drink plenty of fluids, even if vomiting (at least 3-4 litres/day)
• Continue to eat simple foods such as rice and dried bread, appetite permitting
• Pay attention to personal hygiene, to prevent spread

Side effects and cautions

There may be no side effects. Potential side effects include flatulence, flushing, headache, rash, dizziness, vivid dreams and muscle and joint pains. May impair skilled task such as driving, effects enhanced by alcohol.

Stop taking ciprofloxacin if there is a rash, confusion, agitation, hallucination or pains in tendons. Not suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women and those with seizures and epilepsy.