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None. Colds and Flu are viruses, which don't respond to antibiotics.
You tend to need pain killers and/or lots of fluids.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoWell, you should go to the store and find out! (I prefer Claritan)
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∙ 10y agoNone. Antibiotics do not work on viral infections like the flu and common colds. Antibiotics are only good for bacterial infections.
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∙ 6y agoAntibiotics cause your immune system to be susceptible to viruses due to them fighting the virus for you.
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What will not help you recover from a mild cold?
Taking a Antibiotic is for infections not the common cold.
Can you use cephalexin for cold sores?
This is an antibiotic taken orally for ear infections, bone and skin infections. Cold sores are caused by a virus this medication may not do any thing for cold sores. The best medicine for cold sores is antiviral medication or Lysine.
What is the best antibiotic for balanoposthitis?
erythromycin
What is the best antibiotic for piles?
roscillin
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.?
What is the best treatment for viral infections?
antibiotic
Can you take Tylenol cold medication with clarithromycin?
z pack is an antibiotic LOL...of course you can
Which antibiotic is best for proteus caused skin infection?
The antibiotic that is best for proteus skin infection will be determined by your doctor. Usually, Cefadroxil is given to provide treatment.
What antibiotic should you take for an abscessed tooth?
Penicillin or amoxycillin is the primary choice. But 15% of people are allergic to that antibiotic. Only a dentist or a physician can chose the best antibiotic for you.
Esbl what antibiotic is best for treating esbl?
Ertapenem
Antibiotic for gum disease?
what is the best antibiotic to relieve the pain of periodontics
Is acyclovir an antibiotic?
Acyclovir is an antiviral medication, NOT an antibiotic. It is usedfor the treatment of herpes—as in cold sores, genital herpes, shingles, and chicken pox. It is also used to pevent outbreaks.
