Contact your doctor or seek immediate medical care if you experience any of the following:
- Severe allergic reaction: This includes difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, hives, or severe skin rash. Get emergency help immediately. Seizures: Uncontrolled muscle spasms or convulsions require immediate medical attention. Tendinitis or tendon rupture: Pain, swelling, or inability to use a tendon (especially in the Achilles tendon) needs prompt evaluation. Severe abdominal pain: Intense stomach pain, particularly accompanied by vomiting or bloody stools, warrants immediate medical assessment. Signs of liver damage: Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), dark urine, or persistent nausea and vomiting require urgent medical evaluation. Mental health changes: Sudden or worsening confusion, hallucinations, anxiety, or depression should be reported to your physician immediately. Peripheral neuropathy: Numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands or feet that worsens significantly needs attention.
Specific Considerations for Kidney Infection
For kidney infections treated with Ciprofloxacin, pay close attention to the following:
High fever persisting despite treatment: A fever that doesn’t subside after a few days of Ciprofloxacin use requires a doctor’s visit. Worsening kidney infection symptoms: Increased pain, frequent urination, or blood in the urine indicate the infection may not be responding to treatment. New or worsening symptoms: Any unexpected symptoms not previously discussed with your doctor demand attention.
Other Important Considerations
Always inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements, before starting Ciprofloxacin. Report any side effects, even minor ones, to your doctor so they can adjust your treatment plan accordingly.
This information is for guidance only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
