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Can i take doxcycline for a bladder infection. i'm allergic to sulfa and augmenting. keflex and macrobid give severe diarrhea. can't take ampicillan.

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Dr. Powlin Manuel answered

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Yes you can!: If prescribed by a physician, you can take doxycycline. Doxycycline is an old antibiotic with different uses. Urine culture may be needed to confirm the usefulness.

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

Can i take doxcycline for a bladder infection. i'm allergic to sulfa and augmenting. keflex and macrobid give severe diarrhea. can't take ampicillan.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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