ModerateCiprofloxacin + Metformin

Can you take Ciprofloxacin and Metformin together?

This page explains what happens if Ciprofloxacin and Metformin are taken together, according to official sources.

What happens

Blood sugar changes

Ciprofloxacin can cause erratic blood sugar levels when taken with metformin.

Recommended management

Monitor capillary blood glucose closely throughout antimicrobial therapy. Carry fast-acting carbohydrates for rapid hypoglycemic correction.

Clinical references

Last updated: Sep 25, 2026

Before changing or stopping any medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Never stop your medicine on your own.