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A member asked:
Should i take ciprofloxacin when i will be having surgery for torn tendons in my ankle?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
No: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is in a class of antibiotics that has been implicated in causing tendon ruptures. Make sure you inform your surgeon.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Probably not: You need to talk to your doctor and see if there is a medical reason to take propholactic anitbiotics.
Answered 7/13/2012
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I would not: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) does not have a good history with tendons. Prolonged use of Cipro (ciprofloxacin) has been shown to lead to tendon rupture. You should check with your doctor about prophylactic antibiotics.
Answered 6/24/2014
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No: That med has been linked to tendon rupture.
Answered 1/27/2013
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