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How effective is ciprofloxacin (cipro) for treating a kidney infection?
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Ciprofloxacin: Ciprofloxacin can be effective in treatment of some cases of Cystitis & Pyelonephritis.
Answered 5/12/2015
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Effective: Can be effective depending on the bacteria causing the infection.
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