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Should this antibiotic be administered to humans with bacterial infections?
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∙ 13y ago
No, it would kill the intestinal flora
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Suppose a scientist invented a very powerful antibiotic that was capable of destroying every bacterium it came in contact with Should this antibiotic be administered to humans with bacterial infectio?
No, it would kill the intestinal flora
Can you treat Sinus infections with acyclovir?
No. Acyclovir should not be used to treat a sinus infection. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug used to treat herpes. Sinus infections are bacterial and require an antibiotic.
What antibiotic is commonly used to treat viral infections?
There are no antibiotics that are effective against viruses. In fact, they should never be used unless a secondary bacterial infection is present and this is best determined by culturing the drainage, whether it is from the nose, throat, blood, or sputum. Because some Dr.'s have overprescribed antibiotics, many of the common bacteria have developed resistance.
What is penicillin used for?
A CureSimply, it's an antibiotic.Penicillin is not used to prevent infections. It is used to treat bacterial infections and cause the infection to be cured. It is derived from a common mold.AnswerPenicillin treats bacterial infections, such as gonorrhea, which is a male oriented malady.Combating bacterial infections.most infections, ear infections, strep throat, tonsilitis, cut in your finger and suchIt should definitely not be wasted on a sore throat or a headache as it can't help these things in anyway.A different type of penicillin is used on animals
If you are allergic to metronidazole what antibiotic you should take for protozoal infections?
fluconazole
What is the correct dosage of ampicillin for 18lb cats?
Ampicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections for cats. The correct dosage should be advised by the vet for the animal in question to prevent the wrong dosage. The information should be on the label of the medication.
Should you take antibiotic's when you have the flu?
usually no, unless you have a secondary bacterial infection
Can you use tetracycline for human on goat?
No, you should not give human medications to animals. While tetracycline is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections in both humans and goats, the formulations are very different and the dosages are very different. If you suspect your goat has a bacterial infection, you should have a vet come out and examine it. Tetracycline is not very expensive anymore as it is a generic antibiotic, so the largest expense will be to pay for the farm call.
Are infections Curable?
Viral infections are curable provided they respond to an antibiotic treatment. The doctor will make a diagnosis based on lab work and will find an antibiotic that should kill the infection in the body.
What antibiotic is used to treat the flu?
You would not be given any antibiotic for use to treat a cold or flu. They are both viral infections, not bacterial infections. Antibiotics are only for bacterial infections. If you have a secondary bacterial infection with a viral infection, you might be prescribed an antibiotic to treat that secondary infection, but not for the virus itself.
Are viral infections curable?
Viral infections are curable provided they respond to an antibiotic treatment. The doctor will make a diagnosis based on lab work and will find an antibiotic that should kill the infection in the body.
Could you make this sentence into 3rd person-Do not push to get an antibiotic prescribed for something that does not have a bacterial cause like a cold or the flu.?
They (he/she) should not push to get an antibiotic prescribed for something that does not have a bacterial cause like a cold or the flu.?
