However, most anti-HIV medications also cause problems in the digestive system. Cipro could make these problems worse. Cipro makes some people very sensitive to sunlight. It increases the effects of caffeine and can make you very jittery and nervous. In rare cases, Cipro causes an allergic reaction that can be serious.
Antibiotics kill some helpful bacteria that normally live in the digestive system.
You can eat yogurt or take supplements of acidophilus to replace them. Cipro is not broken down by the liver. This means that it does not have many interactions with HIV antiviral medications. However, it is still a good idea to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking. Antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium can lower blood levels of Cipro.