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Is Metronidazole And Cipro Advisable For Recurrent Diverticulitis?
Hi I am 52 and have had a couple of rounds of Diverticulitis past couple of years which were more on the constipated side of things. This week Mon and Tues then again today I have had diarrhea. I took two tbsp of Pepto and and antacid about three hours ago. I have not had another movement in about an hour. I was wondering if this continues can I start taking one of these meds I have, Metronidazole, Cipro or Sulfamethoxazole? Thank yoIs
Tue, 24 Apr 2018
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Yes, metronidazole and Ciprofloxacin is advisable for diverticulitis. But please consult your physician before taking above medicine.
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Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes, metronidazole and Ciprofloxacin is advisable for diverticulitis. But please consult your physician before taking above medicine.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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