Ciprofloxacin (oral): What Is Ciprofloxacin

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What is ciprofloxacin?


Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic in a group of drugs called fluoroquinolones (flor-o-KWIN-o-lones). Ciprofloxacin fights bacteria in the body.

Ciprofloxacin is used to treat different types of bacterial infections.

Ciprofloxacin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.



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Last updated: September 15, 2008

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