Will Cipro treat bronchitis?

Answer 1

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Cipro is of course an antibiotic. It is commonly prescribed for UTI's. It would not HURT bronchitis, but it may not be the BEST choice for it either (may not completely help, etc.)

While many respiratory afflictions are viral in nature, bronchitis is often a bacterial infection and antibiotics are commonly (almost routinely) prescribed for this.

As the other have said, don't take a partial prescription of antibiotics if you have one lying around (which you shouldn't -- always take the entire course!!) Antbiotics work by eliminating the bacteria affecting you. As is the natural way, the stronger bacteria can survive the first couple days of treatment whereas the weaker bacteria are killed off right away. By only taking the first couple days of an antibiotic prescription you will be killing off the weakest bacteria while not only leaving the stronger bacteria to survive and be passed on, but also to strengthen even more by surviving antibiotics.

This is why resistant bacteria exists.

Sorry for the long answer, but it was a good opportunity to educate others! lol!

Source(s):

paramedic, biologist

Answer 2

Yes. It is a cousin to Levaquin, which is routinely Rx. for Bronchitis. However, as a caution...Dont take a partial Rx. to treat. If you have "extra" from an incomplete previous treatment, it is dangerous to do this. See your doctor for a new rx. Good Luck!!

Answer 3

Cipro is an antibiotic as you probably know. Most bronchitis is of viral origin, which means antibiotics usually don't do any good. The exception would be influenza, which can be treated with antiviral medications like Tamiflu. Your best bet is to see a doctor.

If you have left over antibiotics, make sure they are not expired. I wouldn't use them without checking with your doctor. Antibiotics like all medication can have side effects.