Antibiotics Forums (Page 131)

I've been sick for two days with an aching body, on and off fever, and chills. Today on the second day the chills have intensified and my ear and throat have somewhat acute pain when I swallow. ## Hello, Sandi! How are you? You may have developed an infection, which will require an antibiotic to eradicate. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Have you consulted your doctor, yet?

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I have infection in my leg and doctor prescribed the medication for me and told me that I have to take it for at least half year. I am wondering if it will hurt my liver and my stomach because I have never heard that one should take antibiotic for more than 21 days. ## Hello, Lil! How are you? No, sometimes for a severe infection, it is necessary to take an antibiotic for a very long time. Some people that are prone to infections take them daily, for life, as a preventative. The only hepatic issue of concern is if you already have impaired liver function. However, if yours is fine, then there shouldn't be anything to worry about. But feel free to discuss your concerns with your doctor to be sure. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headach...

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I have 11 yr old, weighs 130, can I give amoxicillin 500mg? I have some from when I had throat infection. Her throat is hurting and currently no insurance ## Hello, Nena! How are you? You really need to get her to a doctor, if she's still not feeling well. Before you give an antibiotic, you need to be sure that it's an infection and, if it is, you have to make sure you have enough antibiotic to fully eradicate it. The general dosage at her age is 20 to 50mgs per kilogram of body weight, every 8 to 12 hours. The FDA classifies this medication as an antibiotic and lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can cephalexin cure chlamitia and can you take it if your allergic to anything ending in cillin? ## Hello, Cori! How are you? Cephalexin is generally not among the first choice treatments, since there are other antibiotics that are known to work faster to treat it. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, it may work, but you should only take it, if it has been prescribed to treat it by your doctor. And yes, it is in a different antibiotic class, but that doesn't necessary mean that you may not be allergic to it, as well. Usually those who are allergic to one medication have a higher risk of finding they allergic to others. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My daughter was prescribed clindamycin for impetigo for 10 day/2pills/3 times daily. The pharmacy we have in our town doesn't provide the information sheets with prescriptions so I often times look up the meds myself. I read that when giving this medicine to children organ system function monitoring is desirable. Is that for long term usage or something I should push with my doctor now? Thanks. ## Hello, Sarah! How are you? First, if the pharmacy isn't giving you the information sheets, then they are not dispensing prescriptions properly. They are required to at least offer them to you, with every prescription. That can be reported to your state pharmacy board and they will made to correct this issue. And yes, it does say that they doctor should monitor organ system function in ...

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I have been taking macrobid for 2 days now. My chest has progressively started hurting with burning. I also have a cough. Do I need to go to ER or call doctor in the morning.. Also what is happening and what will my doctor do for this ## Hello, Reynolds! How are you? I'm sorry about the way you're feeling. The burning coupled with the cough leads me to suspect that you may be experienced acid reflux, which can be a side effect of this antibiotic. You should contact your doctor, they may want you to try an antacid. The FDA lists other typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My 44 year son taking this drug for bacterial bladder infection. Following completion of the med, his urine is dark & grainy & it's difficult to urinate. Might this be a side effect of the drug? ## Side effects of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim can include a wide variety of different symptoms. You can see the list of them I posted below. I think you'll find that one or more of these symptoms could be exactly what he is experiencing: Fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; the first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild; pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; cough, feeling short of breath; diarrhea that is watery or bloody; feeling restless or irritable, confusion, hallucinations, seizure; slow heart rate, weak pulse, se...

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I was wondering if amoxicillin really goes bad or does it just lose it's strength? ## It is not one of the antibiotics that becomes dangerous, once it's expired, but yes, it does start to lose effectiveness, which creates the risk of it not fully eradicating bacteria and its developing antibiotic resistance. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have stuffed nose, ears hurt, throat scratchy, eyes watery feel blah can I take cipro for that?is this a respitory infection? ## Hello, Tammy! How are you? Only a doctor can tell you if you have a respiratory infection. Is your nose running? If so, is it yellow or green? If not, then it is not a sinus infection. You may just be dealing with a cold or allergies. This medication is only effective at treating bacterial infections. Its typical side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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Yes I was wanting to know if Doxycycl Hycl Could case severe leg calf mussel cramps and distort your foot so bad that it causes Tendon damage, I was told it was a bone spur in the heal but I didn't experience this till I had the leg and foot cramp. now I have pain going from calf mussel to the bottom of my foot and it is hard to put pressure on my foot. ## Hello, Rookiet! How are you? I am very sorry about what happened to you. And no, according to the side effects as listed by the FDA, it has been known to cause joint and muscle pain, along with nausea, diarrhea and non-allergic skin rash, but nothing this severe has been known to occur. Have you had x-rays done? Are you on any other medications? ## I've been having very bad muscle cramps after taking this medication too. Not r...

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I have a throat infection. I have a slight fever, feel achy and my throat is killing me. Can I use this medication? ## Hi, Lance! Sorry you're not feeling well. This is a generic for Augmentin, which is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections. However, you could run into a problem if you don't actually have an infection, or if you don't have enough to take a full course of them to treat an infection, because either situation creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Have you consulted your doctor? The symptoms you're describing can also be caused by a cold, or severe allergies. This medication may also cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Augmentin details here. ...

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Iam having a rash on my body by taking this expired medicine. What should I do? ## Hello, Linda! How are you? As listed by the FDA, antibiotics can cause a non-allergic skin rash as a side effect, along with nausea, dizziness, headache and diarrhea. However, if you have hives, with the rash, then you need to seek medical attention, because you may be having an allergic reaction. Have you consulted your doctor?

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I've had nausea, dizziness, and heartburn for 3 days now after taken Augmentin and drinking several beers this past Saturday evening. How long should I expect these symptoms to last? ## Hello, Chappy! How are you? Those can be normal side effects of this antibiotic, though alcohol can worsen them, so they may continue for the full duration of treatment with it. If your symptoms are severe, or worsen, you should consult your doctor. Other side effects, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include diarrhea, headache and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I just got pooprescribed amoxicillin today,and took my first 125mg at three pm,can I take another now,it's 10:38 pm, I'm feeling bad? I'm prescribed for two a day? ## Hello, Tom! How are you? I'm sorry that you're ill. No, you should follow the prescribed dosing schedule. It will take several days, usually about 3, before you start to feel improvement from taking this antibiotic. It will not alleviate symptoms immediately. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Side affects of Mox 500 ## This tablet contains the active ingredient Amoxicillin, it is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of infections. Its side effects may include: nausea, diarrhea, skin rash and drowsiness. More details: Is there anything else I can help with? ## PRADEEP KUMAR,MY HEALTH PRABLEM AND 2 DAYS FIBER

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I have been prescribed this (amox tr-k clv) for an outbreak of boils....I had the same outbreak 3 yrs ago and the doc said (without testing) that it could be MRSA. (My son actually did have MRSA at the same time this was going on). Will this stuff work if in fact it is MRSA? ## Hello, Scott! How are you? Usually, a combination of antibiotics is given for MRSA, a person is usually prescribed 2 of them. Did your doctor culture a boil? That's really the only way to find out if it's MRSA. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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I have been on Levaquin quite a lot over the last few years due to chronic bronchitis and sinus infections. I have, in addition to, muscle and nerve pain, have had some unusual issues and wonder if they are related to the Levaquin. I have noticed my lips are somewhat swollen and burning; additionally, my vagina feels like it is on fire as well. My face itches but no rash. I have been on Levaquin, since last fall, 2 months straight of 500mg per day to clear sinus infection. Then this winter I was on it 3 times for 10 days and once again last month for 10 days. I don't think it is really helping me and I know I am having problems from it. I had nose surgery 4 years ago and contracted MRSA after it. Since then they always put me on Levaquin. What alternative are there? Also, no one eve...

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Round pink colored pill with ww112 on one side and blank on the other. ## This tablet is manufactured by West-Ward Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 100mgs of Doxycycline. The FDA classifies this medication as an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Few months ago I went septic.the doctors say o must take CIPRO for the rest of my life.so I take 750 CIPRO twice daily but my joints hurt beyond believe ## Hello, David! How are you? I'm very sorry that you're in pain. Antibiotics can cause that in some people that take them, as a side effect. As listed by the FDA, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, side effects usually improve after a few weeks, once your body gets used to a medication. Have you consulted your doctor? It would be best to have this checked out to make sure there is nothing else going on and to possibly get help for the pain. ## Why the rest of your life? Aren't They worried about antibiotic resistance? Cipro messed me up bad about 2 years ago an...

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i had gone toe amputation surgery and used droxyl clav 500mg for ten day and now doctor stopped medication.now daily dressing is being done.i am a diabetic patient and adviced to control diabetics.can i use droxyl clav 500 again ## droxyl clav 500 side effects ## The combination of Cefadroxil and Clavulanic Acid is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of infections and the side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Jayavarma, this is not a medication that will help your diabetes and keep your blood sugar under control. What has your doctor advised you to take for it? ## Is it advisable to take droxyl clav for skin infection??

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