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Is cipro (ciprofloxacin) good for sinus infection?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Not the best: In general, antibiotics are not recommended for sinus infections. But in severe or prolonged cases, they may be used. Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is not the best choice; it doesn't kill some of the common bacteria that cause sinus infections. The recommended drug is amoxicillin, provided you're not allergic to penicillin.

Answered 3/5/2020

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