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Is one antibiotic - cefixime enough to cure typhoid infection or there is a need of double antibiotics in typhoid?
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Usually we give two antibiotics ofloxacin and cefixime. Then results are better for more contact me on line by paid audio consultation.
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if the typhoid bacteria is sensitive then one is enough. in case it is resistant strain then other antibiotics may be needed.
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