Chest Infection

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I have cough and runny nose sneezing..an groggy feeling..I am coughing up an blowing green yellowish mucus..wanted to know if penicillin vk is good for infection? ## Hello, Patrick! How are you? I'm sorry that you're ill. Yes, it is an antibiotic that can be used to treat many types of bacterial infections. However, you shouldn't take it, unless your doctor has verified the presence of an infection and prescribed it for you. It might not be the right antibiotic to treat your infection, or you may not have enough to fully eradicate the infection and both scenarios create the risk of developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is it OK to use by-mycin 50mg and augmentin together and which is better for chest infection and sinus ## Hello, Shannon! How are you? They can be taken together, if your doctor has instructed you to do so, but the By-Mycin may slightly reduce the efficacy of the Augmentin. As to which is better, it really depends on the type of infection being treated and its severity. What has your doctor said caused the infections? The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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I have been on Amitryptyline for about " weeks now 10mg daily, this is for depression and aura migraine. My breathing hasn't been too good recently either and frankly on and off getting worse. I was prescribed amoxicillin 500mg 5 days ago and today I have really been struggling to breath I have been taking my twice daily Asthma preventative and salbutomal as and when needed.Out of hours nurse told me this evening to start on my prednisolone (doctor told me only to take if wheezy) MY back is hurting along with my chest, how long before these meds kick in? I am feeling extremly uncomfortable again

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I ache all over, am sensitive to sound and touch, am dizzy, have a cough that sometimes makes me gag. I am a little nauseated but they may be because I have not eaten today. My temperature is up and down. I have COPD and my doctor is away for another week! ## If it is an infection, you will most likely require an antibiotic. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Are you on any other medications? Is there a different doctor you can consult? Have you experienced any change in symptoms?

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Hi, my 10 month old son has an ear infection and was given Pinamox. He also has a chest infection, alot of phelgm on the chest and a hard cough. Will the Pinamox treat his chest as well? ## Have you consulted his doctor about it? Panamox contains the active ingredient Amoxicillin, which is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections, so in theory, it can treat both, but it may not be the proper dosage to do so. ## My wife has a bad head cold with a raw throat and coughing a lot and has mucus in the throat and chest could she take pinamox 500mg as I was prescribed with them aproxx 3 months ago she is not aggeleric to pencillion

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Have had a bad cold for 15 days, chest infection, coughing sputum all night. Just been prescribed 30 mg Prednisone once daily for 5 days, because of tightness in chest. Very concerned about the side effects & stopping 30 mg after 5 days....please help ASAP ## Hello, Jen! How are you? There is no need to be concerned about stopping it, after 5 days, the U.S. FDA has found that it only needs to be tapered if it has been taken for 21 days, or more. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, nervousness and acne. Which ones are you worried about? Perhaps they can be addressed to help you.

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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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i have been coughing up green and a gray flem,nose is all stoped up and real weak and short of breathe have been this way for a week i think i have chest infection will these work cant go to dr no money no inc penicillin vk 500 mg ## Penicillin is an antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of infections. However, the concern is that you may not have enough of them to eradicate the infection. Learn more Penicillin details here. Have you considered just going to a local ER? If you let them know you have no insurance, they can prescribe antibiotics that are on the discount lists of your local stores. ## thanks so much this helps alot but you are wright i need to go to the e.r. god bless you

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mucus ,short of breathe, minor wheezing, coughing ## Hello, Wes! How are you? This is an antibiotic, so it will only help with bacterial infections. If your symptoms are due to something such as a cold or allergies, it will not help and taking it when it isn't appropriate may result in your developing antibiotic resistance. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Has the presence of an infection been confirmed? ## I have used Amoxil for bronchitis and ear infections before. As long as it is bacterial it should treat a broard spectrum of illnesses.

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i have a chest infection and have flucloxacillin 500mg 4 a day for 5 days is that a long enough course ? ## Hello, Fiona! How are you feeling? It really depends on the type and severity of the infection, so if that's the way your doctor prescribed it, it should be enough to do the job. The FDA lists the 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 friend has a full prescription of flucloxacillin, will I be ok to use in order to fight my own chest infection? ## Hello, Rich! How are you? If your doctor approves and it's legal there, you can. In the U.S. it isn't legal to take someone else's medications. The FDA lists the 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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Every time i am infected due to the ellergy and getting throat infection , fever , chest pain. So what should Ido? ## Have you consulted a doctor? If it really is due to an infection, then it will require an antibiotic and in most countries, they require a doctor's approval and prescription for use. The type of antibiotic used, dosage and dosage duration will depend on the type and severity of the infection, which is why it is important to consult a doctor. ## I am 46 yrs female, suffering from severe throat infection for last one week.Doctor prescribed for taking Taxim 1 gm, 5 injections 12 hourly but no sign of healing even administering injections as prescribed. Now my Doctor is telling to extract the infected teeth as the treatment is not responding.What to do please advice.Repl...

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If you are currently taking Clindamycin for a staph infection, will you still continue to get small folliculitis bumps on your face, chest, neck and/or back? Or is that a sign that the antibiotic is not working a 100% and your doctor may need to switch you to something stronger to completely clear the infection? ## Hello, Misty! How are you? How long have you been taking it? In this case, it could take a few days for it to start to work to clear it up. But usually, you should start to see improvement after 3 full days of taking it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## I'm on clindamycin for 3 days now and although the pain has subsided the abscess is still there. I have a 10 day Supply am i ...

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After being released from the hospital I was given Bactrim DS for a really nasty UTI (800mg 2x day for 10 days) told too drink plenty water... Well I took the prescription completely and doing everything I was told to do... After 3 weeks I am sick again !!!! I am still hurting in my left side but now have a really bad cough to where I can't sleep from coughing up my lungs it feels like (extreme head ache, green phlem, wheezing, wanting to rip anyone's head off) and I have had a rash twice now! Started on my hands went away and now on my throat, chest, and shoulders!!! After a $14,000 hospital bill I can't pay with no insurance. I am now taking amoxicillin 500mgs twice a day for 7 days to clear up the infection in my chest!!!! Not sure what is going on if the rash is a normal...

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I feel like I might have an upper respiratory infection will these pills help with my two week congested chest? ## Hello, AuntBebe! How are you? Amoxicillin is a broad spectrum antibiotic, so it can treat many types of bacterial infections. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, it will only treat an infection, so you shouldn't take it, unless your doctor has confirmed that you have one and an antibiotic is necessary. Taking it inappropriately creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistant bacteria, which is also true if you don't have enough to complete a full course of treatment. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can I use any type of antibiotics to cure a chest infection

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Can Amox/K Clav 875mg be taken for a bladder infection? ## any info would be helpful ## These tablets combine Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, it is a generic version of Augmentin. Here's the link to our monograph with more drug information: ## Found a pill at work on floor round white round with fr9 on one side and blank on the other ## I had fluid behind my right ear drum, swollen throat glands, and a congested chest. After being prescribed this, the throat glands became drastically smaller after a single dosage. ## Is amox-clav 875mg the right drug to treat prostitis ## does AMOX/K CLAV 875 MG CONTAIN ASPIRIN? ## Can I use this Med to treat urinary tract infection ## I have taken this med for about a week now with instructions to take until gone. Prescribed as a result of a seri...

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Fifty years ago I was only slightly allergic to penicillin with rash on my butt. Currently, I've been sick with a bug going around for a week and a half now. Almost better except my gland hurts when I swallow and swollen and still slight congestion in my chest. I have 500 mg of Amoxil in my home. Is this okay to take this? It is the weekend and can't get to doctors and I do not want to pay the outrageous fee in urgent care. I also have another question. I have bottles of antibiotics that look the same as when I get a prescription that were for my Labrador dog. Are these the same as human drugs? My research says they are. ## Hello, Sharon! How are you? It should be safe, but there is a chance that you may be allergic to it, as well. However, there is also a chance that rash 50 ye...

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Is Ibilex 500mg (Cefalexin / Cephalexin) good for treating chest infections? If so, how long might it take before I feel any changes in my breathing? ## Can Ibilex 500 Noxicid caps and foxy Lin 100 be used together I have a hiatus hernia which is causing reflux hents the noxicid and have a respiratory infection and a stress rash on my back Nothing seems to be getting better are they counteracting with each other??? ## Cephalexin is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat various types of infections, as deemed appropriate by your doctor, however, if it has not been prescribed for you, you should consult your doctor, before taking it, since it may not be appropriate to treat the type of infection that you have. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Cephalexin as possibly...

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Will this medication treat cheast infections amok/k500mg ## Hi Patricia, Amoxicillin can be used to treat upper respiratory infections (which does encompass the chest area). The usual adult dose for upper respiratory tract infections is: 250 to 500 mg orally 3 times a day for 7 to 10 days; alternatively, 500 to 875 mg orally twice a day may be administered. Learn More: Amoxicillin + Clavulanate Potassium Details I hope this helps!

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Is Sulfameth Trimethoprim Used For Chest Mucous? I have a cough with lots of yellow/green mucous. ## This medication is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections. So, if your doctor believes you are experiencing the chest mucous as a result of an infection, then this is probably the best medication for you to take at the moment. You can read more about this drug at: Hope this helps!

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