Anthrax - inhalation
Several antibiotics are effective against anthrax, including penicillin, doxycycline, and ciprofloxacin. Inhalation anthrax is usually treated with intravenous (IV) ciprofloxacin plus another antibiotic.
The length of treatment is currently about 60 days for individuals exposed to anthrax, since it may take spores that long to germinate.
The prognosis of inhalation anthrax once it reaches the second stage is poor,...
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Treatment may not be needed, as the mild form of the disease usually clears on its own. Anti-itch medications may be used.In severe cases, your... Read more »
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Generic Name: CIPROFLOXACIN - ORAL Pronounced: (sip-row-FLOX-ah-sin) Uses This medication is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.... Read more »
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Generic Name: CIPROFLOXACIN SUSTAINED-RELEASE - ORAL Pronounced: (sip-row-FLOX-ah-sin) Uses This medication is used to treat kidney or bladder... Read more »
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Bubonic plague; Pneumonic plague; Septicemic plagueTreatmentPeople with the plague need immediate treatment. If treatment is not received within 24... Read more »
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Legionella pneumonia; Pontiac feverTreatmentAntibiotics are used to fight the infection. Treatment is started as soon as Legionnaire's disease is... Read more »