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Is sulfa trimeth used to treat bronchitis?
Not usually, because there are antibiotics that work better. The Sulfas are usually used in the treatment of bladder infections.However, if a patient is allergic to some antibiotics, then Triple Sulfa can be used to treat bronchitis. It is not the 'drug of choice' though.
Can azithromycin prescribed for bronchitis also cure a UTI at the same time?
Most cases of bronchitis are caused by a viral infection. Since antibiotics, such as amoxil, do not affect viral infections, they do not help treat them. Risk factors for bacterial bronchitis include a history of emphysema or chronic bronchitis, an immunocompromised condition (AIDS, on chronic steroids or chemotherapy), or a prior viral illness (such as bronchitis) that gets better and then gets worse acutely.
What is treatment for bronchitics?
Bronchitis is typically treated with antibiotics. Sometimes an inhaler is used to help clear air passageways and reduce inflammation.
Is antibiotics used to cure bronchitis?
is prescribed to treat a bacterial infection. Biaxin is an antibiotic, and yes is good for bronchitis. GOOD BYE ... We often prescribe Biaxin (the generic name is clarithromycin) for infections such as bronchitis, strep throat, pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, or tonsillitis. Hope this helps! Dr. B.
Antibiotics are used to treat viral infections like the flu True or False?
Antibiotics kill bacteria. Antivirals kill viruses. However, a patient with a viral infection might sometimes be given antibiotics to reduce the work the patient's defenses have to do or to stop opportunistic infections.
Can oil of oregano be used instead of antibiotics for dental work for a heart patient?
NO If you are a patient with heart problems, do not take any risks. It is best to take the antibiotics before your dental treatment or you would be risking your life.
Does penicillin cover bronchitis?
Maybe. Bronchitis can be either due to a virus infection or a bacterial infection. Tests will need to be done to determine which type of bronchitis you have. In the case of a viral infection causing bronchitis, penicillin will not work. In the case of a bacterial infection causing bronchitis, penicillin may work. Antibiotics are generally used on bacterial infections, not viral.
Can nitrofurantoin treat broncitus?
Nitrofurantoin is an antibiotic primarily used to treat urinary tract infections and is not typically effective for bronchitis. Bronchitis is usually caused by viral infections, for which antibiotics are not effective. In some cases, if a bacterial infection complicates bronchitis, a different antibiotic may be prescribed. It's important to consult a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment options.
What is penicillin and what is used for?
Penicillin is a bactericidal antibiotic drug.Bactericidal Antibiotics are chemical substances which are produced by microorganisms like bacteria, mould, fungi, and kill other microorganisms. Penicillin can be used for curing sore throat, bronchitis, pneumonia and rheumatic fever.
Does senega and ammonia help with bronchitis?
My sister had bronchitis and used it and it worked really well for her.
Is sulfamethoxazole prescribed for bronchitis-laryngitis?
Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic that is sometimes prescribed in combination with trimethoprim (as TMP-SMX) for bacterial infections. While it may be used for certain respiratory infections, it is not typically the first-line treatment for bronchitis or laryngitis, which are often viral in nature. Antibiotics like sulfamethoxazole are more appropriate for bacterial bronchitis or secondary bacterial infections. Always consult a healthcare provider for the most appropriate treatment.
Is ciprofloxacin hcl prescribed for copd chronic bronchitis or asthma?
No, antibiotics unfortunately dont help with bronchitis, but because having bronchitis increases your chance for getting lung infections antibiotics would be used to treat the lung infection and not bronchitis. To treat the bronchitis you'd need a bronchodialator i.e proventil or steroids ie prednisone, atrovent etc.
