What Is Mrsa

regarding mrsa infections. I got first got mrsa while in a nursing home. Then I got C-diff., three times now. Then a Staph infection on my face, neck, etc. Now I have it in my eyes. Very hard to treat, I may not get rid of this one. mrsa , etc. is here to stay. Especially if you have an auto immune disease, such as Lupus. Stay home! ## Hello, Lona! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. How are they trying to treat it, now? Have they tried high doses of IV antibiotics?

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Several of my friends have mrsa and I would like what I can do not to catch it. ## There is some great information on it, as well as the preventative measures you can take at the following link: A lot of it is just not exposing your own open cuts/sores, if any and frequent hand washing. Is there anything else I can help with?

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what are the list of infection that sulfamethoxazole - tmp treat ## Hello, Tina! How are you? There is no specific list, it is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat many infections, depending on whether or not your doctor deems it appropriate. It is even effective against MRSA. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. What has it been prescribed to treat?

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What is a bacterial infection? Like what examples..... ## Hello, Tulu! How are you? As explained by the NIH, some examples would be strep, MRSA, a dental infection, an ear infection, some STIs and more. They are the only infections that can be effectively treated or prevented with antibiotics. Other types of infections that someone might get include viral, fungal and parasitic. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been prescribed Purbac for MRSA for 5 months. Some docs say NO, and propose Clindamycin. I don't need to develop any horrific side effects - have 1 kidney. ## Actually, MRSA is also known to be susceptible to Sulfa antibiotics, such as the Purbac, which contains Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim, it is also commonly prescribed under the brand name Bactrim. There are several antibiotics that your doctor can use for this and this is also an appropriate choice. It may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Have you discussed your concerns with your doctor?

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My son has Mrsa and at the doctors they gave me sulfameth-trimeth susp. Will that help with Mrsa? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic, commonly prescribed in the U.S. under the brand name Bactrim and yes, it is one of the antibiotics that MRSA is known to respond to. It may cause side effects, such as: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Are there any other questions?

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is the drug amoxik clav or augmentin any good for treating the MRSA BUG? Like an antibotic ## It is an antibiotic, it contains Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, however, no it is not usually used to treat MRSA as it is usually resistant to this class of antibiotics. The most commonly used now is Vancomycin. Are there any other questions or comments? ## No, this drug is not effective against most of the strains of mrsa. It is the best to traeat mrsa with NEZKIL (Linezolid), which is marketed in Pakistan in full range i.e.600mg infusion and tablet, 400mg tablet, 200mg infusion and 100mg/5l suspension.

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I am wondering what is the best antibiotic to fight MRSA or a Staph infection? I went to the hospital last night because I had a spot that started out as an ingrown hair and has become repulsive. The doctor wouldn't specifically tell me what it was so I'm not exactly sure what it is. Did some research and I think it is either Staph or MRSA. I am allergic to penicillian... So I was prescribed Bactrim DS 120mg. Just trying to figure out how well it fights infection because in one day it went from not really anything to worry about to scary! I have a hole in my leg today and yesterday it was just a red bump... So it kinda worries me. Need answers ASAP please! ## I would try colloidal silver 3 times a day. Saturate the area with the liquid. It is available at any vitamin retailer. I...

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i have what i believe to be cellulitus in my calf area and my foot is enlarged ptetty good. ive had this before but not as bad what antibiotic is most used on this infection and the dosage? ## Hello, Mike! How are you? It really depends on which bacteria has caused the infection. For instance, if it is due to MRSA, then the preferred antibiotic would be Bactrim, usually one double strength tablet, every 12 hours for anywhere from 10 to 14 days. However, it is not an appropriate antibiotic for all types of bacteria. Thus, it would be best to have the infection cultured by your doctor to discover the best treatment. The FDA lists typical antibiotic 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 boil on the inside of my buttocks. it was drained and i have tried to treat with some antibiotics. it has not healed and has become hard and very painful. can bactrim ds provide a remedy. ## Hello, Zedo! How are you? Yes, this antibiotic is usually effective against MRSA. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Was a culture done to make sure that it's MRSA?

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I have gotten MRSA four times in the last three years, with two surgeries. My questions are: why do I keep getting the infection, also around the same time of year as the previous years had mrsa. Also, I have been on and off pain killers (oxycodone 5 mg) for the last three years and I believe I have gained somewhat of a tolerance for them. I do understand that improper use of prescription drugs is a huge problem and doctors are hesitant to prescribe them. But why is it that if I have to pay a huge doctor bill (100,000.00 just for the hospital bill the first time I got it) and I'm in a lot of severe pain the doctor won't give me the necessary dose or quantity of pain medication I need to be comfortable? ## Hello, Stephen! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you...

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I have this drug, but I don't know what it was for. What type of infection is this good for? ## Sulfamethoxazole is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections. In addition can be used as an alternative to amoxicillin-based antibiotics to treat sinusitis. It can also be used to treat toxoplasmosis. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## mrsa ## Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium responsible for several difficult-to-treat infections in humans. It may also be referred to as multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus or oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (ORSA). MRSA is by definition any strain of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that is resistant to a large gro...

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is this used to cure mrsa ? what is a cure for mrsa ? is it france or germany you can get medication that cures mrsa? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic, which is used to treat various types of infections and it is sometimes effective at treating MRSA. Since MRSA is known to be resistant to some specific antibiotics, others must be used to try to eradicate the infection. However, there is no way to say whether or not it will work and cure anyone. That is why MRSA is so problematic. As to what is available to be used in other countries, I am sorry, but I really don't have that information. Have you tried asking your doctor or a pharmacist? ## What medications should be avoided when taking Sulfameth/TMP DS Tab? ## Jean, there are actually far too many possible inte...

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There is a sign that a person must wear gloves and masks before entering a patient's room. There is a name for it but I cannot remember it. I think it was an immumity to a certain antibiotic. ## Were you possibly thinking of MRSA? It's usually pronounced like mersa and means the person has infections and complications that are resistant to Methicillin and related antibiotics, which makes it very difficult to treat and makes them easily susceptible to other illnesses. ## Yes, I found out it is Mersa. I am in contact with many in a nursing center and was wondering if it is really contageous and what I should do to keep from geting it other than eschew the whole scene? Should there be definite warnings at the facility? Several years ago, notes advising gloves, gowns, etc were advis...

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Haverecurringmrsastaphinfection,whataretreatmentoptions? ## Because MRSA infections can be so severe, treatment for MRSA skin infections may not only include having a healthcare professional drain the infection and prescribe an antibiotic, but also may include surgical or antimicrobial interventions. Do not attempt to treat an MRSA skin infection by yourself; doing so could worsen or spread it to others. This includes popping, draining, or using disinfectants on the area. If you think you might have an infection, cover the affected skin, wash your hands, and contact your healthcare provider. I would high recommend checking out the link below for more details on this: cdc.gov/mrsa/treatment My aunt had a severe MRSA infection and had to remain in the hospital for almost a week before the...

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my baby at 8 days old was diagnosed with MRSA in his eyes. We've been on iv antibiotics and when he was sent home he was prescribed clindamycin in an oral form. 2 1/2 ML for 5 days. Well the MRSA returned shortly after we finished the 5 days. So he is back on it for 10 days. My question is we are using the same bottle of clindamycin that is now 2 weeks old. Do we need to get a prescription for a new bottle of clindamycin? As you know MRSA is a nightmare and very hard to get rid of. I want him to be getting the best medication he can get. ## Hello, Jessica! How is your son doing? Most liquid medications do expire fairly quickly, but there should be an expiration date on the bottle to be sure. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizz...

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i use it to treat MRSA. Clindamycin 150 mg. i am on my 5th day course now. But i forgot to take it on time. It´s just like two hours delayed. i should have take it 5pm but i remembered it 7pm already. Is there a big chance that i will be resistant/or the bacteria will be resistant to that antibiotic? what should i do? ## No, if the different was only 2 hours or so, there really shouldn't be any problem, at all. Even when being used to treat MRSA, antibiotics don't have to be taken at precisely the exact same time, the object is really just to keep them consistently in your body, so taking them a little later or earlier is fine. Learn more Clindamycin details here. There were many cases were people misunderstood and though that the dosing had to be completely precise a...

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Hi, I have been taking doxycycline for about a year to fight back chronic MRSA Staph infection in the femur (had several operations on leg so far). I am alergic to some other antibiotics and tried Septra and that gave me rashes. So I am kind of stuck with Doxy. A few months after I started taking Doxy I started developing what I thought at the time was general anxiety disorder as I would develop chest tightness/pressure and general nervousness which in turn would make it extremely difficult to concentrate at work and hard to hold up conversations with people. Sure I have some anxiety over bills, work, life, but nothing that I obsessively worry about. However, thinking my issue was anxiety I started taking anti-anxiety meds (BuSpar and Ativan) - I got off the Ativan about 3 weeks ago as ...

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I have an infection on my arm near the elbow. What medication is used to treat the infection called mercer? Will Amoxicillin Clavulanate 875 mg suffice? ## Has your doctor prescribed it for you to treat MRSA? It is sometimes used to eradicate it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Are you on any other medications? Are you sure it is MRSA?

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Recently had a very bad reaction to augmentin. Now suspected MRSA wound that I thought was just a spider bite infected. They gave me this and I have never taken it before. I was okay with amoxicillin so it is the other component I reacted to. Is this related at all? Many of the bad affects listed here are what I experienced so i am afraid to take. Ty. ## No, Trimethoprim is different and unrelated. Learn more Trimethoprim details here. But being an antibiotic, the side effects that it may cause will be very similar to those of other antibiotics, which is why it also lists what you've experienced. The ingredient in the Augmentin that would have caused you a problem, if it wasn't the Amoxicillin, was Clavulanate, also referred to as Clavulanic Acid. Is there anything else I can he...

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