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I was accidentally prescribed cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500mg. 4 times a day. i now have major digestive issues and pain. any suggestions to quickly get over this?

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Dr. Gael Yonnet answered

Stop the medication: If your developed major digestive disorder from the dose of Cipro (ciprofloxacin) you were taking, the first thing to do is stop taking it. I am guessing you likely weren't taking it for long and you should be fine.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

I was accidentally prescribed cipro (ciprofloxacin) 500mg. 4 times a day. i now have major digestive issues and pain. any suggestions to quickly get over this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gael Yonnet answered

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