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Ciprofloxacin is a broad-spectrum synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is manufactured and sold by Bayer A.G. under the brand names Cipro, Ciproxin. It is prescribed for the treatment of many types of infections, especially of the urinary tract (UTIs).

Bayer's patent on Cipro expired in 2004, allowing for its cheaper generic products to come to the market. For those who are concerned about the high costs of health care solutions, more affordable prices are listed below.

Product	Quantity	Price	Buy
Pharmacy: 4RX
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg	30 tablets	$24
Ciprofloxacin 500 mg	90 tablets	$71
Ciprofloxacin 1000 mg	10 tablets	$18
Ciprofloxacin 1000 mg	30 tablets	$52

Ciprofloxacin is a good health solution for treating infections of urinary tract, upper and lower respiratory tract, bone and joint infections, chronic bacterial prostatitis, gonorrhea, and cystitis.

Ciprofloxacin is effective against anthrax and may be appropriate as the empiric treatment for early postexposure prophylaxis.

However, it is not very effective for lower airway illnesses (e.g., community-acquired pneumonia) because of its poor gram-positive coverage and higher resistance rates.

Ciprofloxacin should not be used without clear indication. Because inappropriate use contributes to the development of resistance.

On no account should you take ciprofloxacin with tizanidine or theophylline. The medication is also contraindicated for children, nursing mothers, during pregnancy, and in people with epilepsy or seizure disorders.

The serious side effects that may occur include irreversible peripheral neuropathy, tendon rupture and tendonitis, liver injury (hepatitis), QT prolongation/torsades de pointes, severe central nervous system disturbances, photosensitivity.

Limit consumption of caffeine because ciprofloxacin may cause its accumulation in the body, resulting in increased caffeine effects.

Dosage

The usual prescription regimen is 250-750 mg every 12 hours for 7-14 days.

For acute uncomplicated, cystitis the dosage is 250 mg every 12 hours for 3 days. For severe infection it may be prescribed at 500 mg every 12 hours up to 14 days.

Is it safe to buy Cipro online?

There are online pharmacies that provide valid prescription services. In several countries antibiotics are sold as non-prescription drugs.

Ciprofloxacin is a powerful solution that should only be started after consultation with a health care provider. It is associated with some serious side effects and may interact with other drugs. Also, when selecting antibacterial therapy, the results of culture and susceptibility testing may be required.