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Is Acyclovir Effective In The Treatment Of Sinusitis?
I babysat for my youngest grandson then started having sinus issues. I have been taking an OTC tablet for HBP. Usually works but doesn t seem to be this time. Talking to my son today he said the one I babysat for has a bacterial sinus infection going on. I have Acylovir for another issue I had a few months ago will that work for this issue do you think?
Fri, 29 Jun 2018
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No, acyclovir will not work.
Acyclovir is anti viral drug.
It affects only on viruses.
It has no role on bacteria.
Since sinusitis is acute bacterial infection of sinuses, you need antibiotic (effective against bacteria).
So don't take acyclovir.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
No, acyclovir will not work.
Acyclovir is anti viral drug.
It affects only on viruses.
It has no role on bacteria.
Since sinusitis is acute bacterial infection of sinuses, you need antibiotic (effective against bacteria).
So don't take acyclovir.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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