How many days should you take Cipro for a sinus infection?

How many days should you take Cipro for a sinus infection?

Table 1: Adult Dosage Guidelines

InfectionDoseUsual Durations1
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections500–750 mg7 to 14 days
Urinary Tract Infections250–500 mg7 to 14 days
Acute Uncomplicated Cystitis250 mg3 days
Acute Sinusitis500 mg10 days

How long do you take co Amoxiclav for?

To treat an infection your doctor may prescribe you a course of co-amoxiclav that lasts between 5 and 14 days. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, it is important that you finish the prescribed course of co-amoxiclav, even if you feel better or it seems the infection has cleared up.

How long does Ciprofloxacin stay in the body?

Ciprofloxacin should be out of your system around 22 hours after your last dose. The serum elimination half-life of ciprofloxacin with normal kidney function is approximately 4 hours. This is the time it takes for your body to reduce the plasma levels by half.

Is Cipro good for upper respiratory infection?

Ciprofloxacin was found to be as effective in bacterial respiratory tract infections as amoxycillin.

Will Cipro clear up a sinus infection?

Ciprofloxacin may also be used to treat bronchitis, sinus infections, or urinary tract infections but should not be used for bronchitis and sinus infections, or certain types of urinary tract infections if there are other treatment options.

How often can you take co-Amoxiclav?

The usual dose of co-amoxiclav is 1 tablet (either 375mg or 625mg) taken 3 times a day. The dose may be lower for children. The doctor will use your child’s weight to work out the right dose for them. Try to space the doses out evenly throughout the day, at least 4 hours apart.

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