Cipro Kidney Infection Facts

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What is the antibiotic cipro used to treat besides kidney infection? Does it atso treat uper respirtory and sinus?

sushima replied: "urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, gonorrhoeal urethritis and cervicitis, bone and joint infections, skin and skin structure infections, septicaemia, infected corneal ulcers, severe bacterial conjunctivitis. It is a Quinolone and thought to inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis. Cipro is generally used for lower respiratory tract infections, not upper or sinus."

Barberry replied: "Cipro would not be the first drug of choice for a sinus infection. You don't want to build up a resistance to that antibiotic when there are others that are better for URIs. Are you sure you actually have an URI, and not just a virus? It's not good to take antibiotics unless you really need them. :)"

candy6979556 replied: "the ER gave my husband cipro for an upper respitory infection just last week."

Cipro and Kidney infection? I just started taking ciprofloxacin yesterday at 500MG twice a day. It was orignally for UTI and the burning associated with it. My lower back just started aching. Should I go to the doctor again,or is there something else I should be taking? Or should I wait it out?

monkeydamour replied: "Wait it out. Cipro is very powerful, but you won't start feeling its effects for about a day and a half. I have had * scores * of UTIs due to partial paralysis. I am very familiar with Cipro. If you don't improve by tonight, call your doctor."

How long for relief from kidney infection? My wife was diagnosed with a kidney infection yesterday at the ER and was given an antibiotic and IV at the ER. When released she was given the antibiotic Cipro for the infection and vicodin for pain and another medicine to help fight nausea. She has so far had three doses of the Cipro (twice a day) and Vicodin was recommended every 6 hrs, but she was in a lot of pain yesterday so I was told she could take it every 4 hours, which she is doing now. Just one tablet. If she does not take the vicodin every 4 hrs she has body chills, stomach pains and headaches. Can anybody with experience please tell me how long it will take for the pain to go away so she will not need to take the vicodin anymore? We're worried that she is taking it too often, if she has to take it for too long. Generally how long does it take for the Cipro to take affect, so that the infection is taken care of, which I assume will lessen the pain and the chills. Thank you.

regenetech123 replied: "2 days to 2 weeks, just depends"

Lynne replied: "After a good nights rest she will feel better. After a couple of days she shouldn't be in to much pain. Make sure to take all the antibiotics so the infection doesn't come back. And also, if she is on the Pill, while she is on the antibiotics you will need to use a condom when having sex because antibiotics kill the Pill!"

Karma replied: "Generally, as with most infections, if she's not feeling any improvement at all within 72 hours of being on the antibiotic, you may want to see a doctor again. Cipro is widely prescribed, and thus doesn't work as well on some resistant strains. Also, simple ibuprofen may help with the chills, pains, and headaches if you're concerned about taking the vicodin too much. It's also an anti-inflammatory, and will help relieve some of the irritation in the kidneys."

nat sprat replied: "Wow, they let her go home still feeling like that? I had a kidney infection a few months ago that felt like that and they admitted me to the hospital and kept me for 2 days! I'd probably call doctor if she isn't feeling any better by tomorrow. She should be feeling at least a little better by now! Poor girl, it's miserable! As for the vicodin, I don't think a few days will hurt her. And if it helps that miserable pain then by all means, take it! You could also just try Tylenol and if that's not enough, then go back to the vicodin. Hope this helps, good luck and it's so sweet of you to take such good care of her! Good job. =)"

i have a kidney infection i was treated for on 8-12-08 i was 152 lbs they gave me cipro for the infection on ? 8-14 i went back i had bad pain i was now 147lbs and in great pain they cathed me and gave me iv fluids and said i would be fine now its 8-16 and im still in pain and i have not been able to control my bladder. i have been taking tylnol 3's and they are not helping should i go to the hospital? I NEED TO KNOW WHATS GOING ON this is my 5 uti kidney infection in 8 weeks and no sex i have not been active for 3 months

Phoenix replied: "you should definitely see a doctor. but don't you think you should get the opinion of another doctor. you shouldn't be in so much pain if that doctor knows what they were doing. only a suggestion."

Amanda replied: "If you keep getting getting infections and they keep giving you cipro, after awhile it isn't going to work. Cipro is a very strong antibiotic. Drink cranberry juice and if you are sexually active, make sure you use the restroom right after sex. Go to the pharmacy and get some medicine to help control your frequent urination. You can buy it over the counter. I forgot the name of it off the top of my head but ask the pharmacist."

Pammie replied: "Your urine needs to have a culture sensitivity test done. This will tell your Dr which antibiotic is best. Cipro is a excellent antibiotic and will usually cure most UTI's but in this case I wonder if you need something else. If you have had 5 UTI in 8 weeks it is time to have a scope done of your bladder to see if there is anything abnormal or abnormal cell growth going on. I don't think tylenol 3 will help much since the pain is probably coming from bladder spasms. Go to the store and buy some AZO or similar product. It is a little pill that will get you bladder spasms under control and make the urine burn less when urinating. If the do not have AZO ask the pharmacist for a similar product. This is now an over the counter med so it is easy to get and the pharmacy will know what you are talking about (very common drug but turn urine bright orange for awhile). Drink lots of water and cranberry juice. Real cranberry juice not the concentrate. It is important to find out the cause of the infection because this is probably the same UTI just it has never really went away. Also have you engaged in any risky sexual behavior? If so tell your Dr about it. Hope this helps."

My mom has a kidney infection? She went to the emergency room the other night because she got a really bad back spasm and then had to go again today because of the same thing. The doctor said that she has a kidney infection and that she has to take Cipro. Can a kidney infection be healed? Please give me as much info because I cant sleep, or concentrate on anything. I am terrified.

ShiLovely replied: "Just relax a kidney infection is easily taken care of with antibiotics, like Cipro. There can be complications, but it sounds like your mom's doctors caught it early and she'll be fine. I'm actually just getting over a kidney infection and I'm five days into my antibiotics and I feel great! Kidney infections are no fun at all, they are painful and can be serious but as long as you get proper treatment you'll be fine. Your mom should be feeling better soon!"

J B replied: "People get these all the time and if she takes all of her medication and drinks lots and lots of water, this will all be gone in a little over a week. You can go to WebMd and read up on urinary tract infections which some people call kidney infections so that when you get one, you will know what to do."

tibbs replied: "I know you love your mom and you are worried, but there is nothing to worry about. kidney infections can be healed will no ill effects. just make sure she gets lots of rest and drinks lots of fluids, cranberry juice is good for infections like these. she will be better soon"

lilprincesstif replied: "Chronic sufferer of Kidney Infection and Urinary Tract Infections I'm 29 and have been dealing with this for 4 years now. Cipro is the most excellent drug for this infection that's what I use all the time. It works great. Also cranberry juice is very important, do not let her drink any tea or drinks with caffeine it will make it much much worse. Another thing is with the pain she may need some Pyridium which can be bought over the counter. Hope this helps ease your mind. "

scott emt, nursing asst replied: "If your symptoms are typical and you're generally in good health, antibiotics are the first line of treatment for kidney infection. Which drugs you use and for how long depends on your health condition and the bacteria found in your urine tests. Drugs commonly recommended for treating kidney infection include: Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox) Quinolones such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro) and norfloxacin (Noroxin) The antibiotic combination sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim, Septra) Be sure your doctor is aware of any other medications you're taking or any allergies you have. This will help him or her select the best treatment for you. Usually, the signs and symptoms of kidney infection begin to clear up within a few days of treatment. But you may need to continue antibiotics for a week or more. Take the entire course of antibiotics recommended by your doctor to ensure that the infection is completely eradicated. Recurrent and severe infections Recurrent kidney infections may result from an underlying medical problem, such as a structural abnormality. Your doctor may refer you to a kidney specialist (nephrologist) or urinary surgeon (urologist) for an evaluation to determine if urologic abnormalities may be causing your infections. A structural abnormality may need to be surgically repaired. For severe kidney infection, hospitalization and treatment with intravenous antibiotics may be necessary. When recurrences of kidney infection are frequent or the infection becomes chronic, your doctor will likely recommend that you seek medical care from a specialist who can identify underlying and potentially treatable causes."

Hemmi R replied: "Yes, a kidney infection can be treated and cured with an antibiotic such as Cipro. Now...sometimes a kidney infection may be caused from what they call 'kidney stones' but even kidney stones can be treated and helped to pass through the urinary tract system or be removed by a doctor. So...rest easy because this is a common infection and nothing to worry about at this point."

mimi replied: "Antibiotics are the typical treatment for kidney infection. You can take a number of steps to help prevent a kidney infection in the first place. Drink water , cranberry juice. after intercourse go pee-pee. Do not hold urine in for to long go asap. This should be of some help. Don't worry in most cases everything will go back to normal with no long term damage. God Bless"

Could it be a kidney infection instead of a UTI? Last weds I went to the ER after having groin aching and stomach cramps for the last month, they did a UA and found that I had a bad Bladder infection, so they gave me Cipro I took it and finished it off on Sat. Well then I noticed on Sun afternoon that the pains were back and worse, now I have Bad nasea and a back ache right under my right rib. Could this be a kidney infection? If so what will they do next? I already had a dose of the meds that they would do for that. Also I have a doctor appt at 330 so I just would like someone to let me know what I should exspect. TIA. PLEASE HELP!!!

rita_alabama replied: "It's possible: an untreated UTI can travel up the ureters to the kidneys. It may be possible that the antibiotics weren't strong enough to do the job the first time. If they didn't do a culture and sensitivity test on your urine at the ER, it may be possible that they prescribed an antibiotic that wasn't very effective on your particular UTI. The doctor will probably do another urine test and prescribe another course of antibiotics. Hope this helps!"

How long does it take to feel better after a kidney infection? I got a UTI that turned into a kidney infection last Wednesday (peeing blood, vomiting, aches, chills, etc). I started taking Cipro on Wednesday, and am still soooooo tired (it's been 5 days). All I can do is sleep. Will I start to feel more energized soon?

alcaholicdemon replied: "i was in hospital in june with a bad kidney infection.it took me 2 weeks to feel better.i was on cipro also,but they kinda made me sick and sleepy.give it a little more time you will feel better soon.good luck"

taking a medication for kidney infection? Could Cipro cause a yeast infection? I took the meds for kidney infection and now i have bad dryness crack like lips which ppl say is from possibly yeast infection killing both good and bad yeast. Should i see my Dr for this or could i do something at home?

Zambiti replied: "Yes. Any med to attack bacterial infection can cause yeast infection. These meds also deplete your system of the healthy bacteria which keep yeast at bay. Yeast loves open space and no competition. 1st - start taking a good probiotic, preferably refrigerated with live bacteria. I like Natural Factors: 2nd - for immediate knock down of yeast, take Grapefruit Seed Extract: Nutribiotic is the preferred brand. You can take it in either liquid or pill form. If in the upper digestive track, liquid is more effective. Pills work too though, and don't taste as bad. 3rd - cut back on sugar. Sugar feeds yeast. Sugar substitutes are not a good option unless Stevia (which doesn't metabolize as sugar) If you go to a doctor for yeast, they are likely to give you more antibiotics, which will help short term, but set up a terrible cycle of infections. Best to treat the yeast naturally. Best prices for the products I've seen is at iHerb (where the links are). If you do get from there instead of local health food store, use coupon code KES097 at checkout for $5 off. Shipping is free over $60, only $4 otherwise. They have very fast service. (not affiliated, just where I've found the cheapest prices) Hope you are feeling better soon."

I have a kidney infection, should I go back to the doctor? I was treated for a kidney infection 7 days ago. I received a regular IV, and a Cipro push, and was then perscribed oral cipro. I am still not quite feeling myself-I feel dizzy/queasy, and have lower back and abdominal pain. Should I go back to the Dr. or wait it out a few more days?

Hispasian101 replied: "uh go to the doctor because the same thing happened to my mom and now she is on watch for diabetes SO GO!"

Rachel replied: "go to the doctor"

JL replied: "You should go back. You should be beginning to feel better by now. Maybe you need a stronger medication. I used to get them regularly when I was younger, so I know your pain! Drink lots of water."

Kidney Infection - Done meds still in pain.? Just took my last 5 day perscription of 1000mg of Cipro for a Kidney Infection. I am in worse pain now then when I went to the ER. Should the antibiotics of made me feel better by now - shoudl I wait before going back to ER for them to kick in?

pierson1953 replied: "No! go to ER ASAP. 5 day prescription is equivalent to 10 days."

mevlana replied: "You could still have an infection or you could have a kidney stone (or something else like a tumor, but that is unlikely)...Usually the hospital ER tries to get people out of there as quick as they can, so I am guessing that they didn't do a catscan for kidney stones or tumors? If you haven't already gone back to the ER, now would be a good time to."

mlgable replied: "You need to go back now as the meds might not have taken care of the infection or it may have spread. WHen they test your urine please request that they do a culture and sensitivity also so they find out WHAT bug is causing it and what antibiotics will work for that particular bug. Head over to urgent care or ER and get this checked before it goes septic into your blood stream."

Gugie replied: "5 days is long enough - if after 48hrs you aren't feeling at least the same (probably better) you need something else - and certainly with a kidney infection it's not something you want to guess at - kidney damage is very dangerous! go back to the doctor or the hospital...a serious infection can eventually turn into blood poisoning..."

Robert J replied: "You should go back. A kidney infection can cause permanent damage (although that is very rare) so you should make sure there is follow up by a doctor to ensure the infection has fully cleared."

sweet-cookie replied: "Your anti- biotics should have kicked in by now You should go back to the Doctor, at once , Kidney pain is awful and you should, get relief from it as soon as possible ; here are two reasons why you may still be having pain '; The kidney infection is not responding to the Cipro or There is a chance that a kidney stone or some gravel , has move down your ureter ( tube from kidney to your bladder) causing you spasmodic and severe pain. If you are still experiencing kidney pains go back to the doctor A.S.A.P hope you feel better soon >^,,^<"

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