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Is levaquin more effective in treating a sinus infection than cipro (ciprofloxacin)?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Med?: No. Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is cheaper but Levaquin is taken once a day instead of two times

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 8/15/2016

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