Antibiotics Forums (Page 155)

i am currently taking this pill, i cant swallow the pill even when i break it in half. i was wondering if i can crush it up and put it with applesauce or something so that i can take it. i didnt ask my doctor because he told me they were small pills but i cant take pills at all. sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim bactrim ds 800 160 mg tablet ## Yes, they are not time released, so you can do that. You should just avoid taking it with dairy products or grapefruit, because those can sometimes affect the absorption of some medications. Side effects to this antibiotic may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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white and oval number 3898 on it ## Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim (800 mg - 160 mg). Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim is a sulfonamide antibacterial combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, in the ratio of one to five; used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. To learn more information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## How long until they work??

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Recently the same day, I started taking 2 medicines. ChlorTabs (4mg/3-4 times daily) and Levaquin (500mg 1/day). Simultaneously, I began having backache around the kidneys - first time. Did 1 of meds caused this? which one? ## Yes. Almost certainly this was a result of the Levaquin, which can have side effects that range all the way from minor to disabling. See the page on Side Effects of Levaquin to see why if you ever have a choice of antibiotics, you should always choose to have a drug that is not in the Fluoroquinolone family of antibiotics. They are very dangerous. And now that you have had a reaction to one, you should avoid all of the drugs in this class of antibiotics forever unless you have a life threatening illness than can't be solved without these drugs. You've prov...

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I was prescribed doxycycline for uti/possible pelvic infection. I saw 2 doctors and they told me two different things. I have been on the medicine for 3 days and am experiencing severe headaches, extreme pressure in my stomach and bloating. Is this normal? Should I stop taking it? ## No, it shouldn't cause such extreme headaches and stomach pressure, but it's hard to say if that may be from the medication, or the infection itself. It would be best to have it checked out to be certain. Normal side effects to this antibiotic may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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Light Yellow And Black Capsule With A Logo E And 122 ## This contains 100mgs of Nitrofurantoin Monohydrate Macrocrystals. It is most commonly used to treat urinary tract infections. Common side effects can include: nausea, vomiting, rash and fever. Read more here: Do you have any questions? ## After second dose I started having a bad headache. Can I take tylanol? Will it help? Will the headaches go away with time? Should I stop the med?

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I got poked by a safety pin in my knuckle and it went into my finger pretty deep. I took it out and it immediately was swollen and blackish blue color. It looks like it punctured my vein or something or popped a blood vessel. I have a brand new prescription of amoxicillin, would this help or do you think this will just go away on its own? Also I'm 7 months pregnant, is amoxicillin safe to take with the baby? ## Amoxicillin is a class B drug which means it has been studied in animals to 10x what we give to people and no birth defects have been found. If you were breastfeeding, there would be some crossover as it is present in small amounts in breast milk, but it is one of the safest antibiotics for pregnant women on the market. ## However, it will not help with this type of issue. Am...

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WHAT ARE THESE PILLS FOR AND WHAT SIDE EFFECTS DOES THIS MED HAVE? ## The active ingredients are 875mgs of Amoxicillin and 125mgs of Clavulunate, a generic for Augmentin. This is an antibiotic. Some of the most common side effects include: skin rash, nausea, drowsiness and diarrhea. ## what do this medication treat and why would my doctor give it to me for a lower back pain that has a growing painful lump ## This RX is making my right eye twitch, I am very dry at the back of my throat, I was prescribed this for a sinus infection, is all these effects ok? ## for a tooth infection ## edema and infected toe ## would the amox tr-k clv cause headaches? ## i began taking amox825mg 2 days ago i feel nauseus, i have headaches on and off during day and loose stool its not fun i feel like stoppin...

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How long side effects remain after finishing the course? What is drug retention time in body? ## I was treated for pid with urispas, metron 400 , ofloxacin . After the treatment I have rashes on my face which are painful as well as itchy. Please help.

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i have pimples growing at the back of my body and after curing it, it just grows back again. I am feeling quite frustrated at times because it just wouldnt stop growing. can i take ampicillin 500mg capsule? if yes, how should i take it? thank you.

I was given a rx for doxycycline 100mg for an infected tattoo..... i was given a 10 day supply and am taking 200mg a day..... it has made me very sick to my stomach and bad heartburn..... today will be 7 days of the medicine..... would it be ok to stop taking it now..... i am an emt and am aware that you are supposed to take entire rx but i have researched sites claiming that some doxy rx are for 7 days and i am miserably sick. ## Have you tried taking it with food, instead of on any empty stomach? That does help many people with the nausea and heartburn issues, when they are taking this medication. It does work best if taken on an empty stomach, but it will still be effective if taken with food. Learn more Doxycycline details here. ## I have been taking with food..... i have now began ...

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Is taking 204 tablets of Erythromycin safe during your 23 weeks of pregnancy taking them in in 28 days after. Every 6 hours ## Hello, Benjamin! How are you? Yes, this antibiotic is considered safe to take during pregnancy. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I DISCOVERED LAST NIGHT I HAVE SHINGLES OUTBREAK JUST ON THE RIGHT SIDE FROM NEXT TO MY NAVEL UP UNTIL MY MIDDLE BUT LUCKILY NOT STILL NOT AROUND MY BACK WILL PURBAC 500MG HELP? ACNE STARTED COMING ON AND I AM 54 NOW WILL IT HELP TO CLEAR IT UP? ## Hello, Rissa! How are you? No, an antibiotic will not help with Shingles, since that is caused by a virus. What have you tried for the acne? If it's due to hormonal fluctuations, which are very common at your age, an antibiotic likely won't help it, either. What has your doctor advised you to use?

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I have itchy skin after taking Macrodantin for a week. Is there anything I can do to alleviate this and how long will this itch last, as I have to take the antibiotics for another 3 months? ## Hello, Patti! How are you? If you're getting itchy from it, you should speak to your doctor as you may need to switch to a different antibiotic. The itching could be the sign of an allergic reaction starting and, if that is the case, they just tend to get worse and worse the longer you take the medication, which could put you in danger. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am 60 yrs old & used BGO since I was a child. I too, cannot find this miracle drug. If this is no longer made, I would like to know if anyone knows of something in stores that works as well. I am desparate. When I get a bug bite, it makes large water blister & my physician says use triple antibiotics & this does not help. Has anyone found something like BGO and if so where? Gerri ## Hi Gerri, How are you? Although this product is no longer available, other users on this site who were also inquiring about it, had mentioned that the ingredients listed on the BGO packaging were as follows: Salicylic Acid + Sulphur + Zinc Oxide + Phenol Calamine + Menthol + Petrolatum + Lanolin + mineral oil. I would just suggest talking to a compounding pharmacy to see if they can reformulate...

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I'm 2 weeks pregnant and doctor prescribed me with purbac, will it harm my baby? ## Hi Thandeka! If your doctor knows you're pregnant and prescribed this medication, then it should be safe to take. If you have any concerns call your doctor. ## No, this is actually not considered safe to take during pregnancy. It has been known to cause fetal harm and some very serious birth defects. If you require an antibiotic, it would be best to speak to your doctor about taking a different one. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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I was prescribed this antibiotic after receiving 7 stitches, one was internal. ( I was cutting raw meat) Anyway,two days later I had to return to the ER with severe headache, nausea, fever, chills, sweats, flu like symptoms. After several tests diagnosis...Viral Syndrome. I have been sick for five days. No one else in the family is sick, I looked up the side affects of this medication today, and it had all these symptoms on the list. I have never been so sick in my life. ## Sorry about how miserable you are. Yes, you could be having a hypersensitivity reaction to the Bactrim, I'm not a doctor to say for sure, but if you search this site, you'll read posts from many others that have experienced similar problems. I have also had it happen, myself. Similar to you, I went to the ER ...

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slide show pictures ## Hello, Iraj! How are you? Amoxicillin is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. I'm sorry, but I don't have any related pictures to post for you. Has this medication been prescribed for you?

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I am having problems with my balance. When I had this problem 3 - 4 years ago my doctor prescribe a med called Novo-betahistine 16 mg. I have been very tired for a few weeks and I have problems walking straight. I have a few of these meds left can I take one and see if it will help me? ## Hello, Lynn! How are you doing? I'm sorry about the vertigo problem that you're having. If it is several years old, then the medication is most likely no longer effective. Additionally, vertigo can be caused by an infection of the inner ear, so you need to have it checked out and get a prescription for the appropriate medication. You may need an antibiotic. Is there anything else I can help with?

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according to her directions and how many pills Im given. I haven't even had the surgeries yet but my pain has been unbearable considering these proven medical problems have been going on for 10+ years. Thank God for OHP, I finally have med insurance, which I hadn't had since 2004. This PCP even knew my old PCP that I had gone to and paying out of my pocket for help with pain management. I was on a 3yr pain contract with old PCP and she was always willing to help with adjusting pain med if they were not helping to keep pain under control. I do not understand why this (younger than me PCP will not even discuss with me about adjusting my pain meds.) She absolutely will not because she says she wouldn't want to have to send me to rehab to get me off of pain pills. Im sorry but W...

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can this pill west ward 939 be used for trichomonas ## Hello, Brooklyn! How are you? This tablet contains 500mgs of Amoxicillin, which is an antibiotic that's used to treat bacterial infections, so no, it will not treat Trichomoniasis. Trichomoniasis is actually caused by a parasite and requires a round of treatment with the prescription medication Metronidazole. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, diarrhea and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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