Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Will Macrobid Prescribed For UTI Also Help Treat Sinus Infection?
Question: I have been prescribed macrobid for an UTI; will it also treat my sinus infection?
Brief Answer:
unfortunately, no, it is specific for urinary tract infections
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Unfortunately, it will not treat a sinus infection or any infection of the respiratory tract.
It will only treat infections of the urinary tract, it is specific to this area of the body.
If the sinus infection is bacterial, then you may need an alternative antibiotic for this. In many cases, the infection is viral and antibiotics are not required.
Medication needed may include- anti histamine/decongestant combination eg zyrtec d, allegra d, benadryl d.
Pain medication for any pain (anti inflammatory meds work best eg naproxen, ibuprofen) and a warm (not hot) compress to the face to help with drainage of the sinuses.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
unfortunately, no, it is specific for urinary tract infections
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Unfortunately, it will not treat a sinus infection or any infection of the respiratory tract.
It will only treat infections of the urinary tract, it is specific to this area of the body.
If the sinus infection is bacterial, then you may need an alternative antibiotic for this. In many cases, the infection is viral and antibiotics are not required.
Medication needed may include- anti histamine/decongestant combination eg zyrtec d, allegra d, benadryl d.
Pain medication for any pain (anti inflammatory meds work best eg naproxen, ibuprofen) and a warm (not hot) compress to the face to help with drainage of the sinuses.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Consult a Urologist online for consultation about prostate and bladder problems, sexual dysfunction, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, urinary incontinence, impotence and erectile dysfunction - Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
