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Is cipro (ciprofloxacin) a good antibiotic for a throat infection ?

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Yes: It is a good broad spectrum antibiotic for throat infections.

Answered 4/26/2021

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A member asked:

Is cipro (ciprofloxacin) a good antibiotic for a throat infection ?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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