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Could Ciprofloxacin Cause Agitation, Heart Palpitations And Lightheadedness?

I started taking Ciprofloxacn yesterday and last night I couldn t sleep and got up and found my roommate downstairs. I was extremely agitated because the freezer drawer was open for about 10 seconds and began shouting at him. I felt as though I was going to pass out and my blood pressure was racing. Could this be an effect of the drug?? I have never felt like this ever before.
Tue, 15 Nov 2022
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Hello,

You are suffering from agitation, heart palpitations and lightheadedness after taking ciprofloxacin. Your symptoms are indicative that you are experiencing side effects of the mentioned medicine that you took. Your system is sensitive and so the side effects are causing you discomfort and serious mood changes and agitation.

You are suggested to stop taking the medicine and report to your treating doctor who prescribed you medicine so that it can be replaced by another that suits you better. However, you are advised to get clinically examined by a GP, get Echocardiography, ECG, stress test, lipid function tests done to detect any developing CAD, coronary artery disease.

If reports are positive, you will be treated accordingly. Maintain healthy weight, avoid sedentary lifestyle. Do regular walking and exercises and take home made healthy food. Avoid packaged food, junk food, trans fat, refined flour, sugary food, carbs, etc. Stay away from smoking, alcohol and addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Could Ciprofloxacin Cause Agitation, Heart Palpitations And Lightheadedness?

Hello, You are suffering from agitation, heart palpitations and lightheadedness after taking ciprofloxacin. Your symptoms are indicative that you are experiencing side effects of the mentioned medicine that you took. Your system is sensitive and so the side effects are causing you discomfort and serious mood changes and agitation. You are suggested to stop taking the medicine and report to your treating doctor who prescribed you medicine so that it can be replaced by another that suits you better. However, you are advised to get clinically examined by a GP, get Echocardiography, ECG, stress test, lipid function tests done to detect any developing CAD, coronary artery disease. If reports are positive, you will be treated accordingly. Maintain healthy weight, avoid sedentary lifestyle. Do regular walking and exercises and take home made healthy food. Avoid packaged food, junk food, trans fat, refined flour, sugary food, carbs, etc. Stay away from smoking, alcohol and addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician