Ciprofloxacin around the world
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic sold as Cipro in the United States and Ciproxin in the UK. Below is its brand name in each of 9 countries.
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic for urinary, gut and some respiratory infections. Antacids and dairy reduce its absorption.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
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Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions about ciprofloxacin abroad
What is Ciprofloxacin called in the United States?
In the United States, ciprofloxacin is sold as Cipro.
What is Ciprofloxacin called in the UK?
In the United Kingdom, ciprofloxacin is sold as Ciproxin.
What is the Ciprofloxacin brand in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, ciprofloxacin is sold as Ciproxin.
What is Ciprofloxacin called in India?
In India, ciprofloxacin is sold as Ciplox, Cifran.
Is Ciprofloxacin the same in every country?
The active ingredient ciprofloxacin (ATC J01MA02) is the same, but strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ between brands and countries. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
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Brand names are checked against each country's medicines regulator. Brands marked "Pending verification" have not been checked yet.
