Can It Be Used For A Skin Infection

I was given therse caps for a shin infection that I got from scratching my arms...I really don't tyhink they are helping ## How long have you been taking them? Generally, if an antibiotic is working you should see no worsening of the infection after 24 hours of taking it and improvement should start after about 72 hours (3 days). Learn more Amoxicillin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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I do not have access to any other antibiotic at the moment but do have some nitrofurantoin. Will it help with what looks like an infection from a cut on my leg? ## It might not, since this one is usually used mainly to treat urinary tract infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Have you consulted a medical professional? They should be able to prescribe something that will help and work better for you. Are you on any other medications?

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I have an infection in one of my teeth and was given Tetracycline to take for 10 days. Now I may have an ear infection. Can both infections be cured with one type of antibiotic? And if the ear infection turns out to be viral, then antibiotics won't do a thing. Thanks ## Yes, it may clear up both. The FDA lists typical antibiotic side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. And yes, you are correct again, it will not do anything to treat a virus. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi. I went to a general doctor on saturday with an infection. I had a rash and was given Canex T to apply but this week im on my period and the rush is worse. Sunday and monday it was better before periods. Please help. What could be the problem? Should i use Canex V or what? ## Hello, Tebza! How are you doing? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. What type of rash is it? Are there blisters, is it itchy? Can you please post back with more details? You may need an oral medication, such as an antibiotic, if it's an infection. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, it it's something viral, then it will need to go away on its own.

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I have a female chow who is 9 yrs old, and has recently (8 months) contracted an skin infection. The vet here has place her on Antrobe and swears by the drug, the only thing is she (dog) is getting worse and and losing her hair. Any suggestions or similar questions. ## Here are possible side effects for Antirobe ... Common Antirobe Side Effects Nausea, vomiting, or itching in the rectal/genital area. None of the above common side effects require immediate attention. If you experience them for a few days, talk to your physician about more advice. Do not try to treat them on your own. Less Common Antirobe Side Effects Swallowing pain, skin rash, stomach cramps/pain, unusual bleeding/bruising, or watery or severe diarrhea. Contact your doctor right away if you've experienced any of the...

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Tooth swelling at jaw, pretty sure it's infected. Pain is present! I have full prescription of Clarithromycin 500mg. ## Hello, Donny! How are you? It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat many types of bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. It will not, however, correct whatever underlying has caused the infection, so you should still consult your dentist. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My mouth and gums are infected and it's not painful, but I'm just wondering if Clarithromycin can be used for that to cure the infection?

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I don't even know where to start. I have sores all over my legs and arms that have gotten infected. Behind my right ear I drained a big cyst and a smaller cyst (which at the time I thought was a pimple), my gums have infection coming out and I had either one huge everywhere or a couple cysts in my vagina that have drained. Some of the sores have healed and others have gotten worse. The skin by the corners of my nails where they are dried and cracked are starting to release infection. Dr gave me Bactrim without a visit. I'm scared it is something worse than he believes it to be. ## Hello, Jamie! How are you? Has there been any change? You really need to have your doctor check these out and do a culture to see what is causing them. The FDA lists the typical Bactrim side effects as...

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I was prescribed nitrofurantoin 100mg for a bladder infection, I ended up not needing them, now I have an ear infection... can I take this medication to treat the ear infection? ## Hello, Mary! How are you? I'm sorry about the ear infection, they can be very painful. This is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of infections, as listed by the FDA, but it may not be the appropriate one for your ear infection and taking it inappropriately creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. You should see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and prescription, if necessary. Typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My poor dog has a swoll...

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I have a sore throat. Unable to talk as my throat is choked. I don't have a fever but my throat is bad. Can I take ORNI-B? Will I have to complete the full five day course? Thanks. ## Yes, you should take it as instructed by your doctor and finish the full course of treatment. The NIH lists the 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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I had a tooth out last week and I think it's infected but I carnt get an appointment at the dentist for another 2week I've got doxycycline 100mg in the cupboard from a prior infection Im just wondering if it will help with the infection I've got in the gum socket at the moment?? Until i can get an appointment?? ## It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. However, the main issue is that you may not have enough to fully eradicate the infection, which could cause further complications, such as your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria and that could turn into a much more severe mess. Have yo...

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I'd like to know if Sulfameth, can be used for infections.. causing a tootheache? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim, the active ingredients in Bactrim, is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of infections. This means it will only help if your toothache is being caused by an infection of some type. Have you asked a dentist? Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Are there any other comments or questions?

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Hi, Would 500 mg teva-cephalexin 4 times a day for 10 days be too much for a 14 year old teen for skin infection treatment? ## They should take the medication as directed by their doctor, it is far more risky to let an infection continue out of control. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. How is the child doing?

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Can I use this med to treat a chest infection. I was probably given these for that reason to start with, but just making sure, as I can't get a appointment for 2 weeks and want it gone by then. Suffering with these infections a lot so I no it's def a chest infection ## This is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections as deemed appropriate by your doctor. The FDA 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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Hi my daughter has ear pain 4 years old, will purbac be ok to give. ## Hello, Sonet! How is your daughter? Did her doctor prescribe this medication? It is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections, but at her age, you shouldn't give her anything, without her doctor's approval. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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I am an adult with an ear infection. Can doxycycline hyc be used to treat ear infections in adults? ## Doxycycline is an antibiotic that can be user to treat bacterial infections in adults and children. However, you shouldn't use it, unless your doctor has prescribed it for you, since it may not be the right one for you to take, or you may not actually have an infection. Learn more Doxycycline details here. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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IS ZITHROMAX FOR EAR INFECTIONS? ## my son is 4 years old , he has fever , cough , and runny nose the doctor told me that this is an ear infection & gave me zithromax . ## Zithromax, which contains the active ingredient Azithromycin, is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections. Please make sure to take it as prescribed, and finish the full course of treatment. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. What dosages have been prescribed?

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I am a 63 year old woman. I had a torn cuticle on my 4th toe and did get a small leech, (from a local lake) at that site on my toe. About 2 weeks later that toe became infected and there was a red line going from my toe up to my ankle. After going to an emergency clinic, I was prescribed 10 days of Amoxicillin. The infected toe began to look better and the red line was going away until around the 8th day of treatment. It became very itchy and I did scratch it quite a bit. Now the red line is very wide, goes up past my ankle and I have blotches on my shin---it is all raised, swollen, patchy and very itchy. Today I went to a local clinic and the doctor prescribed ciprofloxacn, and has given me a strong cortisone cream to apply topically. I am very concerned that he is just grabbing at str...

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My doctor prescribed septra ds800 160 milligrams as a prophylactic for an abscess on my leg, now I have a major toothache under my bridge, can I use that for my tooth ache as Well and if so, how much do I use of what they gave me, can I increase the dosage? And if so how much do I increase it by in order for it to work effectively? ## Hello, Michelle! How are you? I'm sorry about the infections. You should see your dentist, as while this is an antibiotic, it may not be the appropriate one to treat the infection causing your toothache. Additionally, you need to have the underlying cause repaired to prevent the infection from recurring. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there...

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What is Diclohof 500 used to treat, can it be used to treat sinus infections ## Hello, Dave! How are you? Yes, this is listed as containing the active ingredient Dicloxicillin, which is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of bacterial infections. Its typical side effects, as reported by the U.S. FDA may possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm heart transplant pacient, because this infection Dr.give me smz/tmp800/160 and cephalexin 500MG. I started on saturday sept 6/2014, now is wed sept10/2014, 4:27 AM and I started aching all over my body after I took the night dose 11PM. This is a reaction of these two medications? ## Hello, Miky! How are you feeling? A side effect, not am allergic reaction. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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