What Is the Cure for the Bubonic Plague? (Cont.)

Bubonic Plague Information

What Is the Cure for the Bubonic Plague? -- Antibiotics

Treatment for bubonic plague typically involves antibiotics. Specific antibiotics used include:

Streptomycin
Gentamycin.

Other antibiotics, such as tetracyclines and chloramphenicol, can also be effective.

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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