Cipro Questions (Page 2)

I am allergic to Penicillin. Can I take Ciprofloxacn (Cipro)?

If I'm allergic to Penicillin can I take the Cipro Antibiotic ?

My urologist has prescribed ciprofloxacin for UTI's three times in the last six months. Each time my

... side effects seem to get worse and last longer. I've balked at taking Cipro but a urine culture shows that it is the only antibiotic that will work on pseudomonas bacteria. How long will the effects of a third hit last and is there anything else I can suggest the next time this happens?

Cipro 500 mgs. 2 xs daily. How long should one take this med to clear up an UTI?

Completed the full dosage of Cipro for a bladder infection, should I still be in pain?

The bladder infection is accompanied with intense itching inside of my vaginal walls. The doctor said it was probably yeast. She prescribed me Fluconazole (diflucan) for this and I took it immediately, however absolutely none of the itching has subsided. I don't think it's yeast. I took... read more

Ciprofloxacin - Can I take my daily probiotic while on Cipro?

I take a Ultra Flora probiotic pill daily. I just started Cipro last night (saw Dr. 3 days ago... diagnosed with bronchitis and was told to fill script if 'things went south.') Developed fever last night and hit the 24 hr. pharmacy. Would like to continue taking probiotic (doesn't... read more

How long does it take for Cipro to help Prostatitis?

Started last Thursday (500mg?2x per day). Its Saturday night about 9:30pm and I am going to take my last one for today... I can't notice any change.I really have pain when I urinate..This will be the third complete day. Thanks

When can I drink coffee; tea; or maybe alcohol again?

I was prescribed Cipro 500mg 2x a day for 7 days for a kidney infection; It's been 3 days since my last dosage although I still have upper right shoulder pain my condition is clearing up, Urine is less frequent, clear and full strength. When will I know if the infection is fully gone? or when... read more

What foods should I stay away from while on flagyl and cipro?

What is the "lowest" amount CIPRO to use to cure Urinary Track Infection (UTI)?

I'm extremely sensitive to meds and usually start all my "new" scripts with 1/4 recommended physician dosage and work my way up. That's ok for most conditions however I have a UTI and my "new" family doctor ordered 500 mg. (twice a day) CIPRO for UTI for 3 days. I... read more

How long after finishing RX for Cipro do side effects stop?

My mother, age 83, had a UTI and took 2 rounds of Cipro, for a total of 17 days. She was having some hallucinations before she was diagnosed but they have continued in the days after she finished the prescription. I was unaware that Cipro could cause this side effect until she was almost finished... read more

Urinary Tract Infection - Hi all- I had a uti combined with BV and was given cipro and flagyl. I?

... took my last dose of cipro and I am still having some pain in my bladder. Does this mean that it is not gone? I have been in pain for about 2 weeks now. Right now I am drinking hot lemon water which usually helps me

When can I switch to a normal diet after an acute attack of diverticulitis?

I had an acute attack of diverticulits and have been on cipro/flagyl for 5 days. Started with a clear liquid diet for a couple days and advanced to a low residue diet for the last 3. I'm feeling very well right now and really want to go back to a normal diet sans seeds, popcorn, etc. When can... read more

Is keflex in the same family as cipro?

Ciprofloxacin - How to stop nausea/tiredness from this drug, is there any way to lessen effects?

Okay so I've been put on cipro for a nasty colon infection. (Well actually outside my colon) and for 2 days I felt great, but now I'm on day 3-4 and it's starting to make me feel a little nauseous and VERY sleepy. Is this normal?

I am taking Cipro and Flagyl for diverticulitis. Can diarrhea be expected throughout treatment?