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Suggest A Prophylactic Antibiotic To Carry While Traveling
Question: What is the best prophylactic antibiotic for traveling on a cruise in Mexico?
Brief Answer:
Antibiotics if needed and updated vaccination
Detailed Answer:
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In case of possible infections, ciprofloxacin and flagyl can be useful for below the diaphragm infections. Cefadroxil or cefaclor for above the diaphragm bugs. Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccination should be done in addition to updated routine vaccination status. Please consult your physician before taking any medication.
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Dr. M.S. Khalil
Antibiotics if needed and updated vaccination
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
In case of possible infections, ciprofloxacin and flagyl can be useful for below the diaphragm infections. Cefadroxil or cefaclor for above the diaphragm bugs. Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccination should be done in addition to updated routine vaccination status. Please consult your physician before taking any medication.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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