Question 1

i'm taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) and it says not to take with antacids, can i take carafate with cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

Accepted Answer

NOT TOGETHER: Sucrocate(carafate) can bind to Cipro (ciprofloxacin) in the stomch decreasing the amount that is absorped into the blood stream.You should take ciprodose at least4 hours before or 6 hours after taking carafate.

Question 2

what to do if i am taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500mg and it says not to take antacids, iron or vitamins, do you think its okay to take nght time sleep aid with this medication?

Accepted Answer

Cipro (ciprofloxacin) &amp; sleep aid?: well, it says no antacids, iron, or vitamins. While you dont specify which sleep aid you take, it's unlikely to contain antacids, iron, or vitamins. To be certain, however, check the label of your sleep aid &amp; obtain the name or active ingredient &amp; ring ur pharmacist and/or MD. Always tell each of ur prescribers all meds ur taking, including over the counter meds/supplements for proper counsel! :)

Question 3

took cipro then monurol but i still have uti symptoms. cultured for cipro to work. i am allergic to cipro. took tums for nausea. next? rx? uro?

Accepted Answer

UTI: Did you have a urine culture with sensitivities ? Will tell you what your best Abx choice is.

Question 4

good day i have a gerd for 1year, now i have u.t.i i drink ciprofloxacin, now my abdomen have deeply pain . can i drink buscopan,omeprazole & antacid.

Accepted Answer

NO: Antacids like Tums containing calcium carbonate will significantly reduce the absorption of ciprofloxacin. Omeprazole will also reduce the level or effect of ciprofloxacin. I don't have any information on buscopan as it is not used in the U.S.******CIPROFLOXACIN CAN CAUSE ABDOMINAL PAIN CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR AND ADVISE HIM OF YOUR PAIN. HE MAY ADVISE YOU TO STOP IT AND SUBSTITUTE ANTIBIOTIC.

Question 5

i have been sick for nine days with a four day break after the first four days. stomach pain and fever. my np put me on ciprofloxacin saying it was a stomach virus but antacids give me relief. should i go back to see him?

Accepted Answer

: If you are still having fever after 9 days, you definitely should go back and see your NP.   The antibiotic is not the right one for your current infection and a different one may be needed.   Do a COVID-19 test, too.

Question 6

what is cipro (ciprofloxacin) used for ?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotic: Coprocessor is an antibiotic, used for many of the most common infections.

Question 7

is cipro (ciprofloxacin) good for acne?

Accepted Answer

Not long-term: Never use an antibiotic as sole treatment for acne. Your acne is likely to clear if you are taking an antibiotic for some other reason, but Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is poor maintenance. Topical Clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide is probably safer and cheaper.

Question 8

cipro (ciprofloxacin) can cause panic attack?

Accepted Answer

Per Drugs.Com: Uncommon side effects can include: "anxiety, confusion, drowsiness, depersonalization, depression (potentially culminating in self-injurious behavior, such as suicidal ideations/thoughts and attempted or completed suicide), dysphasia, hallucinations, insomnia, lethargy, manic reaction, nightmares, paranoia, phobia, toxic psychosis, abnormal dreams, somnolence".

Question 9

does cipro (ciprofloxacin) cover group a strep?

Accepted Answer

NO: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) has poor activity against group a streptococcus.  Penicillins, cephalosporins and Clindamycin are much better choices.

Question 10

would cipro (ciprofloxacin) treat wound infection?

Accepted Answer

Depends on site: Of wound and bacteria that caused infection.  Most skin infections are caused by staph or strep, and Cipro (ciprofloxacin) can be effective, but not always.  If it is a surgical wound that got infected after GI or gu surgery, the bacteria could be gram negative.  But the proper treatment always includes adequate surgical drainage.

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I'm taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) and it says not to take with antacids, can i take carafate with cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

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What to do if i am taking cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500mg and it says not to take antacids, iron or vitamins, do you think its okay to take nght time sleep aid with this medication?

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Took cipro then monurol but i still have uti symptoms. cultured for cipro to work. i am allergic to cipro. took tums for nausea. next? rx? uro?

A member asked:

Good day i have a gerd for 1year, now i have u.t.i i drink ciprofloxacin, now my abdomen have deeply pain . can i drink buscopan,omeprazole & antacid.

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I have been sick for nine days with a four day break after the first four days. stomach pain and fever. my np put me on ciprofloxacin saying it was a stomach virus but antacids give me relief. should i go back to see him?

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What is cipro (ciprofloxacin) used for ?

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Cipro (ciprofloxacin) can cause panic attack?

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