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How do you get rid of anaerobic bacteria?


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Anaerobic bacteria:

  1. Any organism that does not require oxygen to grow is classified as anaerobic bacteria.
  2. Anaerobic bacteria are what cause diseases like tetanus and gangrene.
  3. Antibiotics and other drugs are commonly used to treat anaerobic infections.
  4. Metronidazole and carbapenems are two antibiotics that are effective against anaerobes.
  5. The antibiotic you receive is determined by the sort of infection you have and the germs that are most likely to be the cause.
  6. Clindamycin may be prescribed by your doctor if you have an infection in your mouth, throat, or lungs.

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