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Have Epiditimytis , Used Levofloxacin For 3 Weeks, But No

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Posted on Tue, 24 Dec 2019
Question: Have epiditimytis , used levofloxacin for 3 weeks, but no further. Symptoms have persisted for 1week after.

Do I need a longer prescription or a different medications? Much appreciated
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Answered by Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Depends on the bacteria

Detailed Answer:
Hi Bmxquantum,

It depends on whether or not you had bacteria in your urine, if so, the antibiotics should be aimed at the specific strain as confirmed on culture and sensitivity of urine. If you are younger than 40 you could try azithromycin or ciprofloxacin if you are older than 40.

Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.
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Have Epiditimytis , Used Levofloxacin For 3 Weeks, But No

Brief Answer: Depends on the bacteria Detailed Answer: Hi Bmxquantum, It depends on whether or not you had bacteria in your urine, if so, the antibiotics should be aimed at the specific strain as confirmed on culture and sensitivity of urine. If you are younger than 40 you could try azithromycin or ciprofloxacin if you are older than 40. Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have further questions.