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Should i use cefdinir instead of cefuroxime for uti infections?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Depends upon...: Cefdinir provides broader coverage than Cefuroxime and does have advantageous edge against bacteria often involved in uti. However, selection of antibiotics depends upon specific bug (bacterium) isolated from urine culture and it's sensitivity to a panel of antibiotics.

Dr Kandarpa agreed

Answered 9/23/2020

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