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Can i take antibiotics to treat parasites?
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What kind?: Flagyl has dual properties as it is both antiparasitic and antibacterial. But parastic infxns are traditionally treated with antiparasitic agents.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Parasite/medication: Parasites are usually treated with anti-helminthics, which are not antibiotics. Antibiotics are made to affect bacteria.
Answered 1/5/2013
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