Antibiotics Forums (Page 31)

My dentist prescribed me 300 mgs of Teva-Clindamycin (1 every 6 hours) as I have been experiencing some pain in my teeth/left jaw area for the past 3 weeks. I was taking acetaminophen to help relive some of the pain. I want to start taking the Clindamycin but the acetaminophen tablet is still in my system for another hour or so. Can I take the Clindamycin before or should I wait it out until acetaminophen is out of my system? Also, it doesn't say on the bottle to take until finished. Once I start taking them should I take them until finished? ## Yes, they can be taken together and are often prescribed together to treat problems such as yours. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarr...

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Hi, my nephew has been suffering from a fever for 1 day, so can we give him Ampilox c tablets? Please reply fast. ## This is an antibiotic, so it will only help to treat or prevent bacterial infections. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My 9-year-old daughter has a fever of 193.3F now. What type of tablet & antibiotic should be used (with timings, dosage)?

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I was given Sulfatrim twice a day for prostatitis 3 days ago and today after getting my urine culture report, the Dr added Macrobid twice a day for a UTI. Now I have too much gas, bloating and weakness already. Should I take both meds twice a day?

What is a good dosage for this med? ## Dosage and administration for Clamoxin really depends on whether it's a tablet, dry syrup, or injectable form... Dosing for the tablet: Adults - Administer 1 tablet (625mg) at a time, 3 times a day every 8 hours. For dry syrup.: -Children 7-11 years - Administer 8ml syrup at a time, 3 times a day every 8 hours. -Children 3-6 years - Administer 5ml syrup at a time, 3 times a day every 8 hours. -Children 9months-2years - Administer 2.5ml syrup at a time, 3 times a day every 8 hours. For the injectable form: Adults and children over 12 years - 1.2g(potency) of amoxicillin sodium and potassium clavulanate administered by I.V. in every 8 hours. In severe infections, it should be administered every 6 hours. I hope this info helps! Keep in mind that f...

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My son is 5 months old weighting 5 Kg. He is suffering from a cough and cold and he was given Ofloxacin suspension (Brand Name: NEOF) and no improvement after 4 days also. Is it a better medicine for cough and cold? Please advise me on the issue. ## Ofloxacin is in a class of antibiotics known as Quinolone Antibiotics. These antibiotics have been banned in the United States for children for their potential to cause tendon, cartilage, joint and muscle problems and the FDA found that these problems were too risky to give this drug to growing children. It would be prudent to ask your doctor for an alternative antibiotic to any of the Quinolones, as it is simply too risky to give them to children. In addition, this is an antibiotic, and antibiotics are only useful for bacterial infections. ...

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Hi, I have a blister pack with 6 white round unmarked tablets. It is labeled AZEE 250 Azithromycin Tablets IP 250 mg manufactured by Cipla. Is this genuine Azithromycin? Also, I have a sinus infection and when I have been prescribed a Z-PAK I have always been prescribed and 2 pills (250 mg each) on the first day and one pill each for the next 4 days. I have read online that 3 daily doses of 2 pills (250 mg each) is what is typically prescribed for sinusitis. Which is correct? Thank you! ## Yes, that is Azithroymcin and the dosage and frequency can vary, depending on the severity of the infection being treated. Have you consulted your doctor? This medication may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: ## prescribed DOSAGE for sinus...

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I am 65 year old. I am having severe problems with dry cough. It comes once in every year. It lasts for 2 months. Is it OK to take MOX 500 capsules as antibiotic and for how many days. ## Antibiotics will only help with bacterial infections, they will not help with the viruses that cause colds, or flu. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Additionally, taking it when it is not appropriate creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Are you on any other medications? Have you had your doctor check out your dry cough? ## Mox 500 3times a day was prescribed for a wound by rusted nail. How long I should take this drug

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i want to know the side effects of quadtab.. i started taking the drug a month ago...rashes appeared similar to dermatitis. ## This drug contains Rifampicin 150 mg, INH 75 mg, pyrazinamide 400 mg, and ethambutol HCl 275 mg. Possible side effects: "Rifampicin: Flu-like syndrome; hematopoietic reactions; cutaneous, GI & hepatic reactions; shortness of breath; shock & renal failure. Hypersensitivity reactions. INH: Disturbances of hepatic function, convulsions, optic neuritis & atrophy, memory impairment, toxic psychosis, hepatitis & peripheral neuropathy. Pyrazinamide: Hyperuricemia. Ethambutol: Decreased visual acuity due to optic neuritis; joint pain, anaphylactoid reactions, dermatitis, pruritus, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, GI upset, malaise, ...

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I went in for a drug screen and the test came back non negative. Is it possible that smz/tmp DS 800-160 tab interpharm will show up on the test? ## Hi rob, To answer your first inquiry in the title of your thread, side effects of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim can include: Painful or swollen tongue; dizziness, spinning sensation; ringing in your ears; joint pain; or sleep problems (insomnia) More serious side effects that can occur may include: 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, severe...

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given drug for a UTI. after two days i have bad pain in my right eye and blurred vision. what is this? is this an adverse reaction??? ## I am taking sulfameth trimethoprim 800-160 tabs (1 tab. twice a day) The doctor said I had e-coli in my urine. I have suffered from uti's with lower back pain for over 2 years and have been on different kinds of antibotics. but this is the first time I have been told that I have e-coli in my urine. It has been 4 days since I started this new medicine I have 3 more days to go. I have been drinking 8 bottles of water a day and I still have lower back pain and don't feel much better. Do you have any advice? Thanking you in advance, Lisa ## Side effects of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim can include: Painful or swollen tongue; dizziness, spinning s...

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I came up positive for amphetamine, methamphetamine, opiates, oxycodone lcmsms, benzo, UR-144, FUB-AMB synthetic cannabinoids. What medications on the following list could cause a false positive on my drug screening? - Sulfamethoxazole - Gabapentin - Paroxetine - Baclofen - Ciprofloxacin - Diclofenac - Ciprofloxacin - Hydroxyzine - Oxycodone - Azithromycin - Ibuprofen 800 - Promethazine - Acetaminophen ## What kind of drug testing are you doing right now? That's a bit crazy that you could come positive for all that without getting lab tested.

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If Augmentin is scored, is it possible to split the pill in two? I am not trying to save on costs. ## Augmentin contains Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, it is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections and yes, it is not time released, so the pills may be cut, or broken, if needed. You can do so, with any tablet that is not time released, unless your doctor, or pharmacist, has specifically instructed you not to do so. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hello, I am currently taking Augmentin in the formulation 850/125. My doctor is thinking of changing the dosage a bit so that the ratio of amoxicillin and clavunalic acid is different. The pill that I am taking is a white ov...

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I've been prescribed Levfloxacin, and have one Amoxicillin left. Is ok to take both? ## How long have you been on Amoxicillin (about 7-10 days)? I would recommend finishing your cycle of Amoxicillin, so that you don't have to worry about the infection coming back. In any case, there are no drug interactions listed between these two medications, so taking them together should not be a problem at all in my honest opinion. Does this help answer your question? Please post back if there's anything else I can help you with. ## Hi, I have been sick for 2 weeks with a flu virus and my Dr gave me 18 prednisone pills (have 2 left), cough syp, and a prescription for Levofloxacin (if I needed it). What should I do? Can I start taking the Levofloxacin? Thanks. ## Can I combine levofloxac...

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Hi, I am in my 36th week of pregnancy. Last time i felt false labor pain, consulted my doc and she told me to take moxikind CV 625 for 4 doses; after taking that i am not feeling any pain for the last two days, but i am very anxious. Kindly tell me the uses and effects of the medicine.... ## Moxikind-CV, often prescribed in the U.S. and Canada under the brand name Augmentin, contains the active ingredients Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, it is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent infections. The only thing I can theorize is that she may have been afraid that an infection was causing the false or preterm labor. It is generally considered safe during pregnancy, but could cause you some side effects, such as: nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and skin rash. Learn more: Are there any ...

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IS IT OK TO TAKE CEPHALEXIN 500antibiotic for swollen glands ## Hello, AK! How are you? Has your doctor instructed you to take it? In some cases, swollen glands can be caused by some type of systemic infection that your body is fighting, so an antibiotic may be appropriate. However, if they're swollen due to a virus, such as the cold or flu, then an antibiotic will not help. It will also not help, if they are swollen due to allergies. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## I have 5 or 6 swollen glands under my armpits they are under the skin and very sore to touch. I have a full prescription of cephalexin can it treat these symptoms?

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are these two pills ok together or is there a side efect ## I recently found 4 little yellow tablets in my medicine cabinet .. no label on Rx bottle. These tabs are approx 3/8 " in diameter and have a "50" one side (presume it's 50mg) and the other side either has "O-M" . Can you tell me what type of medication this is so that I may look it up and read into it. Maybe my memory will come back to me. ## One of my college boyfriends was playing with Seconal Pulvules, which I took for sleep.(I had some of my meds out because I had just picked them up.) He asked me what they were. I told him Seconal is secobarbital, a powerful sleeping pill. He said, "Well, I just took three." Another boyfriend's Dad was a doc and he's write for them in quantities of #...

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Will trimethbenz 300 interact with doxycycline or omeprazole? If so, how should it be taken? ## The FDA warns that taking them together may cause more severe side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, and mood changes. What has your doctor instructed? Did they provide any specific instructions for taking them?

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Started 1 tablet a day of Sulfameth Trimethoprim 800 160 about week ago. 4 days ago turned to 2 tablet a day. For the last couple of days I've got a severe tingling in my hips and abdomen, and also some muscle pain. Is it a typical side effect for this medication? ## It can be, but it may also be a sign that you are sensitive to this medication and continuing to take it could result in your experiencing more severe symptoms. Learn more Bactrim details here. When this happens, it's usually best to switch to a different antibiotic. I ignored those initial symptoms and ended up developing a bad allergic reaction to it a few days later. How are you doing now? Have there been any changes? ## I was given the medicine for an abscess on my neck. I'm on day 34 pills a day I'm won...

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Is this antibiotic good to treat bronchitis? ## It is an antibiotic, so it can be used, but it usually isn't the first choice antibiotic for it, since there are others that have been shown to treat it faster and much effectively. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here. Has it been prescribed for this use? ## CAN NITROFURANTOIN BE USED TO TREAT BRONCHITIS AND UTI INFECTIONS

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I sometimes suffer with a dry r Throat and when out for supper in a crowd I worry that I cant swollow the food If I drink while eating I seem to be okay the pharmacist gave me betamox but looking it up on your site it appears to be for colds and flu. ## Actually, it contains Amoxicillin, which is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of infections, so it isn't effective at treating colds, flu or the type of problem you have. Learn more Betamox details here. As to the dry throat. Do you have any idea what's causing it? Do you take any medications? Do you smoke? ## I have a uti and yeast,will betamox help to clear my infection. ## I have a itching throat & painy eyes...the doctor gave me betanox 500g ## I have flue and tonsillitis at the same time with cough,I w...

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