Ciprofloxacin is a generic prescription drug used to treat certain bacterial infections. It’s also available as the brand-name drug Cipro. Ciprofloxacin can cause side effects that range from mild to ...

As with other drugs, ciprofloxacin can cause side effects, such as nausea and vomiting. If you are not able to tolerate side effects from ciprofloxacin, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) can interact with other medications, some supplements, and certain foods. For example, ciprofloxacin can interact with some antidepressants, calcium supplements, and milk.