How Long Should Bifilac And Cifran-CT Be Taken For Diarrhea?

Posted on Tue, 19 Jul 2016

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Question : My wife, who is 37 years old, had loose stomach. She has taken antibiotic cifran ct and and bifilac for 3 days. she is better now. Is it ok to take this course for 3 days or she has to complete this course for 5 days. Kindly advise. Thanks. XXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
She should complete the course

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Though your wife is symptomatically better she has to complete the course of 5 days .
So let her take the medications for remaining 2 days.

Regards,
Dr.R.K

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