Reviewer: Marcia, 45-54 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I was given an IV injection of Cipro as part of my pre-surgery process, and within seconds I began to itch intensely on the hand where the needle was, and rapidly spreading up my forearm. Drug was discontinued and a substitute used, but the reaction continued. Upon coming out from anesthesia, I began severe cramping in my abdomen and sides, similar to the pain of kidney stones. My urologist could ... Show Full Comment

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I was given an IV injection of Cipro as part of my pre-surgery process, and within seconds I began to itch intensely on the hand where the needle was, and rapidly spreading up my forearm. Drug was discontinued and a substitute used, but the reaction continued. Upon coming out from anesthesia, I began severe cramping in my abdomen and sides, similar to the pain of kidney stones. My urologist could not be located by surgery center staff, so the only treatment I received was 5 separate pain killer injections to attempt to "get ahead" of the increasing pain. After approximately 90 minutes, the pain was managed. I continued to get sharp pains, gradually decreasing in intensity and length, after I was sent home (the urologist was never contacted). Please note that this antibiotic was prescribed and given for POSSIBLE infection, not a definite infection. The worst part has been learning about this drug's toxicity and danger only after, and not being informed before, on how dicey it is. I am extremely disturbed that official literature and information only recommends it as a treatment of last resort, and yet it was administered to me with no more concern than if it was aspirin.
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Reviewer: wherlyn, 45-54 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Took it for a week for a UTI. A week later, my knees went out. Debilitating pain, knee caps slipping out of place, extreme aching upon sitting, couldn't exercise, crunching feeling when starting to walk or turn, extreme swelling of my knees, jaw and teeth ached. Looked at the top side effects only after as I never have any problems with meds. Saw "Erosion of tendons/cartilage". K ... Show Full Comment

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Took it for a week for a UTI. A week later, my knees went out. Debilitating pain, knee caps slipping out of place, extreme aching upon sitting, couldn't exercise, crunching feeling when starting to walk or turn, extreme swelling of my knees, jaw and teeth ached. Looked at the top side effects only after as I never have any problems with meds. Saw "Erosion of tendons/cartilage". Knees are permanently damaged. I have gained weight because it is impossible to exercise the way I used to or I am laid up for days, experience swelling and pain with my knees constantly, lack of blood flow and energy to my legs below my knees, bone-on-bone pain. Candidate for knee surgery. All after taking this dangerous and damaging nightmare drug. If you take this drug, you are playing Russian Roulette with your health. There are Class Action suits against this drug. Say NO to your doctor.
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Reviewer: James, 55-64 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Bad reaction. After a couple of days taking pills, was rushed to ER. Severe head itching, swollen tongue, trembling and rash around stomach. Stayed at hospital for five hours to received life saving medical health. Since, has developed food allergies. Do not take this medication, it will forever change your immune system. Never had any allergies before this reaction.

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Bad reaction. After a couple of days taking pills, was rushed to ER. Severe head itching, swollen tongue, trembling and rash around stomach. Stayed at hospital for five hours to received life saving medical health. Since, has developed food allergies. Do not take this medication, it will forever change your immune system. Never had any allergies before this reaction.
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Reviewer: Chrissy, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Shortly after taking Cipro I could barely get out of bed. I had tendinitis in almost all of my joints. It was excruciating. It's been 4 1/2 months and my knees and shoulders are still causing me a lot of pain. Cipro is toxic and wish I had known at the time that it was black labeled. BE CAREFUL!!!

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Shortly after taking Cipro I could barely get out of bed. I had tendinitis in almost all of my joints. It was excruciating. It's been 4 1/2 months and my knees and shoulders are still causing me a lot of pain. Cipro is toxic and wish I had known at the time that it was black labeled. BE CAREFUL!!!
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Reviewer: ME, 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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DIAGNOSED WITH A UTI. TOOK THE FIRST DOSE AND FELT RELIEF. ITS BEEN FOUR DAYS AND IM FEELING WAY BETTER. HAVE A FEW MORE DAYS TO GO TO FINISH THE WHOLE PRESCRIPTION. ONLY DOWN FALL IS THE UPSET STOMACH SO I IT TAKE WITH FOOD.

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DIAGNOSED WITH A UTI. TOOK THE FIRST DOSE AND FELT RELIEF. ITS BEEN FOUR DAYS AND IM FEELING WAY BETTER. HAVE A FEW MORE DAYS TO GO TO FINISH THE WHOLE PRESCRIPTION. ONLY DOWN FALL IS THE UPSET STOMACH SO I IT TAKE WITH FOOD.
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