Sinus Infection

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I have seen many people suffering from sinus, and I have too. I used to go to the doctor every fall with it because it got me down. I quit smoking and still every fall again and again it bothered me. Well I ran across a book called "EAT AND HEAL. in it it told what to eat to avoid certain illnesses. And guess what yogurt, ligumes, wheat germ, wheat bread, and fruits and drinking lots of water. I gave up caffeine for that period of time and drank water. It whipped it. I was amazed at the difference in just a few days. Now when I get that sinus thing I get from allergies, I just add those foods to my diet with lots of water and its one in a couple three days. I eat three bananas a day, and haven't had a cold in 4 years. It works. Try it. ## I am glad you've found a solution. H...

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Been on 875 mg for 10 days. Still have symptoms. Can I continue to take another Amox-Clav with lower mg? No sense in buying more. How long can I take the other prescription? ## Hello, Judy! How are you? It would be best to return to your doctor, you may need to try a different antibiotic, if this one hasn't cleared it up. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. What types of symptoms are you having?

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I been on phentermine 37.5 for 3 weeks now I had to stop taking it for a week due to a bad sinus infection I didn't want to mix sinus medicine with phentermine im just curious can phentermine cause sinus infections and if so what can I take with it that wont make the phentermine not work right I don't want to take anything that is going to cancel the pill out!! the pills are really working I can actually keep up with my super active toddler!!! but the sinus infection is draining me!! ## Hello, Ginger! How are you? I'm sorry about the sinus infection. No, from what I've found in the detail FDA side effect listing, it hasn't been known to cause sinus infections. Its typical side effects usually include nausea, dizziness, headache, palpitations, loss of libido, dry mout...

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I have this odor thats so horrible and i dont know where its coming from. Maybe my nose, uti, or body odor i just dont know. My dr prescribed nitrofurantoin mono mac 100 mgs 2x a day for 7 days, im only on within 24 hrs already, is this a correct medicine or what? I dont notice any changes yet, ## Hello, Donna! How are you? Has it gotten any better? It usually takes 3 days, before you'll notice a difference if the antibiotic is working. Did your doctor do any tests? Have you had any sinus issues?

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Me respetaron unas oqstullaa para infección decyna pierna derechaQmox- Clab 875 para que infección es ## Este es un antibiótico de amplio espectro que puede ser utilizado para tratar varios tipos de infecciones bacterianas y debe tomarlo como lo indique el médico. La FDA EE.UU. enumera sus efectos secundarios típicos como posiblemente incluyendo nasuea, mareos, dolor de cabeza, erupciones en la piel no alérgica y diarrea. ¿Hay alguna otra cosa que pueda ayudar?

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My doctor prescribed Omeprazole 20 mg for a bad sinus infection. after reading about the drug online im confused as to why he prescribed this medication as it seems it is made for acid reflux? ## Yes, Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that's used to reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach to treat conditions such as heartburn, GERD and ulcers. It will not do anything to treat a sinus infection. Learn more Omeprazole details here. Have you tried contacting your doctor to ask why they prescribed this? ## Why would the doctor give me this fior sinus infection

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My dentist has prescribed this following a root canal. 500 MG QID. I think that I may have a sinus infection. Will this help or do I need to see my regular dr. for a different antibiotic? ## Hello, Katie! How are you? No, it should help. It is classified by the FDA as a broad spectrum antibiotic, so it can treat various types of infections. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, if your symptoms don't go away, after you finish your course of treatment with it, then you should consult your doctor, as it may not be the right antibiotic to help you. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I was taking Penicillin Bk 500 mg for past 4 days, not helping... went to Dr I have a Sinus Infection therefore she...

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Can you use doxycycl hyc 100 mg with high blood pressure medicine? ## Which high blood pressure medication(s)? I don't know of any problems between them and most antibiotics, but to check and be more certain, I'd have to know what the specific medication(s) is that is in question. There is usually a far greater risk to your health by not treating an infection properly, because it can make you very ill and have effects on your heart and blood pressure.

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Can. Bactrim cure a sinus infection 800 160 ## Hello, Ernesto! How are you? Yes, this is an 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. Is there anything else I can help with?

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When SMZ/TMP-Bactrim-Septra is used to treat a sinus infection, is it the normal practice for the provider to prescribe a loading dose for the initial dose because of the longer half-life? ## Hello, Scott! How are you? No, usually you just start and continue it at once steady dose for the duration. Did your doctor provide you different instructions? The FDA classifies this medication as an antibiotic and its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, headache, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I finished cipro 2 days ago for a UTI. Now I have sinus drip, scratchy throat and wheezing. Is it ok to take amoxicillin 500? ## You should take it, if your doctor has instructed you to do so, it can be far more risky to let an infection continue out of control. 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 a sinus infection the doctor gave me prednisone 5mg will that help me. ## Hello, Niya! How are you? Prednisone is a steroid class medication and, in such cases, it is used to help alleviate the swelling of the sinuses that can occur with a sinus infection, to enable you to breath easier. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, elevated heart rate, weight gain, fluid retention and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is prednisone pills 10 mg.good for bronchitis I have it with coughing

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What should the dosage of this med be. Adult female approx 130.lbs. ## The usual Adult dose for an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection is 250 to 500 mg orally every 6 hours for 7 to 10 days. Anatomically speaking, the upper respiratory tract does include the sinuses, so it would be safe to assume that this would be the correct dose for this type of infection. You can read more about this medication here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## Hi! Thanks for posting! What has your doctor advised? The usual dosage for something such as a sinus infection is 500mgs every 12 hours, but it can vary depending on the severity of the infection, so you should follow your doctor's instructions. ## Should your boyfriend be treated if I am taking Cephalexin? ## Should Keflex be taken away ...

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I'm taking this medication for a severe sinus infection was wondering how long till I feel better ## Hello, Mark! How are you feeling now? The general rule for antibiotics is that if they are working, you shouldn't see any worsening of your condition after taking it for a full 24 hours and improvement should start after a full 3 days. Learn more Amox/Clav details here. Antibiotics may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is it unusual to take this medication for 25 days ## how long before I feel better? ## I have very bad sinus infection should take this 1000mg for 10 days if i take yes than how is use thanks ## This is my 3rd day taking amox-clav XR 1000/62 5mg tablets and I now have diarr...

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Can you use sulfamethoxazole for a sinus infection? I have a sinus infection and I have a brand new bottle of sulfamethoxazole 10mg. ## It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have allergies, I take allergy shots. I have a prescription of Keflex 500mg. I was wondering if I can t;ake the Keflex for the sinus infection. ## It is an antibiotic, so it can be used for many types of infections, however, how do you know you have a sinus infection? Also, if the prescription is old, it will not be as effective, you need to see your doctor.

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i have a sinus infection was this the right medicine to get. me mouth hurts alot how long for medicine to kick in ## Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim DS is a sulfonamide antibacterial combination used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## After a few doses of Sulfameth/TMP DS I have broken out with a rash on one side of my face and am experiencing nausea. Are both those symptoms a by-product of this medication? ## Hi Marie... both of those are side effects of this drug. Please take a look at the information below and you can find your symptoms among the many others associated with Sulfamethoxa...

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Will Zertalin 250 mg work on a sinus infection and what would the dosage be? I have 6 pills. ## This medication is listed as containing the active ingredient Azithromycin, it is an antibiotic and the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. You should follow your doctor's dosing instructions. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is this drug effective in treating a sinus infection? ## Hello, Jawbone! How are you? Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic that's used to treat various types of bacterial infections, but it is not usually the first choice for a sinus infection. Learn more Nitrofurantoin details here. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Has your doctor prescribed it? ## My doctor prescribed it for a urinary tract infection and got me more just in case it returns. (I'm working in England until year's end, but live in Illinois.) I have a sinus infection and so am trying the anti on that, since they're hard to come by in London. ## Sadly and embarrassing I struggle with that big time and the face pain that sends u to your knees praying quick ...

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I was prescribed two 20 mg of pednisone tablets per day for five days because of a stubborn allergy and sinus infection. I took both of the pills at 9 am this morning to start with because I normally suffer from several nights a week of insomnia anyway.To try to prevent any more sleep problems by adding these pills in, I decided to take them both in the morning hoping the nervousness that they cause would subside enough so by bedtime, about 11 pm, I can sleep. Is this ok to do it this way ? If not, why not ? Thanks ## No, unless your doctor has given you some specific reason not to do so, it is just fine to take them like that. Many people, to try to stave off the various side effects that FDA lists that could include nervousness, and insomnia. Are you on any other medications? Has ther...

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