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My doctor prescribed cipro (ciprofloxacin) for my urethritis symptoms. how good is cipro (ciprofloxacin)?
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Pretty good.: It is effective against most bacteria that can cause urethritis. That is why your doctor prescribed it.
Answered 8/5/2014
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Urethritis: Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is not a very effective antibiotic for many infections due to bacterial resistance. Your symptoms should be based on a culture results or other testing such as a probe for chlamydia or gonorrhea.
Answered 8/6/2014
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