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I have taken cipro (ciprofloxacin) for 1 1/2 days and i am having major muscle and joint pain. i stopped taking it, how long will it stay in my system?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Cipro (ciprofloxacin): Not too long. It depends how quickly your body metabolizes it.

Dr Dougherty agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

I have taken cipro (ciprofloxacin) for 1 1/2 days and i am having major muscle and joint pain. i stopped taking it, how long will it stay in my system?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Dougherty agreed

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