My sister took cipro 500mg bid for 7 days for a UTI. She completed the medication about 2 days ago. She now has extensive bruising all over her lower rib cage and abdomen. They found the UTI when she was being diagnosed with positive flu. She did not take Tamiflu or other flu medication. Could the bruising be a side effect of cipro?
Hi, THANKS for asking question. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Bruising is not a side effect of ciprofloxacin. It can cause rash that is usually red,pink, and it consists of blisters or pa pules. You should take your sister to your treating physician as bruising usually is due to thrombocytopenia (low platelets). So if this is the case he/she can look for alternate diagnosis. Thanks Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.