Ciprofloxacin
Standby antibiotic, ciprofloxacin, for treatment of traveller's diarrhoea
Ciprofloxacin - to carry and use for traveller's diarrhoea as needed
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Please read the information below regarding Ciprofloxacin antibiotic for traveller's diarrhoea before the consultation.
Traveller's diarrhoea
General background information page on traveller's diarrhoea.
Ciprofloxacin antibiotic
Ciprofloxacin is effective in reducing the symptoms of traveller's diarrhoea, particularly if taken with Imodium. The symptoms should improve within 24 hours of starting antibiotic.
In additition the anti-sickness tablet Avomine can be taken to reduce fluid loss and discomfort.
Choosing the right antibioitc
Ciprofloxacin is the preferred antibiotic to treat traveller's diarrhoea in all regions of the world except South Asia (India, Pakistan etc) and SE Asia (Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, etc) where Azithromycin is the preferred antibiotic.
Interactions
Ciprofloxacin can interact with regular medications - please check the list here.
Taking ciprofloxacin
Take twice daily for 3 days; avoid taking with high calcium foods, such as dairy and some antacids. Take the first dose as soon as diarrhoea starts, NOT before. Ciprofloxacin is not a preventative.
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Ciprofloxacin (antibiotic)
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Seeking help
Symptoms should start to improve within 24 hours of starting antibiotic. Medical advice should be sought if symptoms are not improving or are worsening, or if any of the following occur:
- Profuse diarrhoea and vomiting lead to dehydration
- Blood and green or yellow slime in the motions with severe abdominal pains
- Diarrhoea associated with rashes
- High fever and headache with diarrhoea (particularly in malaria areas)
Treating diarrhoea
- The anti-diarrhoeal Imodium and anti-sickness tablets also reduce symptoms
- Try to get plenty of rest
- Drink plenty of fluids, even if vomiting (at least 3-4 litres/day)
- Continue to eat simple foods such as rice and dried bread, appetite permitting
- Pay attention to personal hygiene, to prevent spread
Side effects and cautions
There may be no side effects. Potential side effects include flatulence, flushing, headache, rash, dizziness, vivid dreams and muscle and joint pains. May impair skilled task such as driving, effects enhanced by alcohol.
Stop taking ciprofloxacin if there is a rash, confusion, agitation, hallucination or pains in tendons. Not suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women and those with seizures and epilepsy.
Ciprofloxacin Patient Information LeafletPrescription included
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We provide online consultations with UK GMC registered doctors which may result in a private prescription online. Genuine medication is dispensed by an NHS pharmacy. Deliveries are in discreet packaging and sent recorded post.
We are fully regulated in the UK by the Care Quality Commission.
Worldwide Delivery
Recorded delivery (requires signature)
UK delivery: £2.90
Overseas delivery: £4.90
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