How does ciprofloxacin influence the microbiome and what long-term effects could this have on gut health, including the development of antibiotic resistance or dysbiosis?
Himanshu PrajapatiContributor
How does ciprofloxacin influence the microbiome and what long-term effects could this have on gut health?
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Ciprofloxacin can disrupt the gut microbiome, reducing bacterial diversity which might lead to dysbiosis. This disruption can promote antibiotic resistance, posing long-term health risks.