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Erythromycin can be used to treat sinus infections, particularly if the bacteria causing the infection are susceptible to it. However, it is not typically the first choice of antibiotic for sinusitis due to resistance patterns and the availability of more effective alternatives, such as amoxicillin or amoxicillin-clavulanate. It's important to consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations based on individual circumstances.
What else can I help you with?
Will Erythromycin cure a yeast infection?
No. Erythromycin is one of the cause of yeast infection.
Can dicloxacillin be used to treat a sinus infection?
Sinus infection is due to viral, bacterial or fungal infection. Dicloxacillin can very much be prescribed to treat a sinus infection caused by staphylococcus bacteria.
Does ciprofloxacin treat sinus infeaction?
yes it can be used for sinus infection
Is doxycycline used for sinus infection?
Yes. Very effective.
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.
Why is acyclovir more effect than erythromycin for treating herpes?
acyclovir is an antiviral medication where erythromycin is an antibiotic. herpes is a viral infection, therefore erythromycin will have no effect.
Can you take suprax with a sinus infection?
Will suprax use for sinus infection
Can you wash your hair if you have a sinus infection?
Yes it is perfectly acceptable to wash your hair when you have a sinus infection.
Can nose bleed cause sinus infection?
Yes sinus infection causes nose bleed.
What does it mean by non-therapeutic Effects of Drug?
Non-therapeutic drug effects are those that don't treat the target condition. For instance, the stomach cramping caused by erythromycin is a non-therapeutic effect when erythromycin is used for infection; interestingly, it may be a therapeutic effect if erythromycin is used for gastroparesis.
What do you use if amoxicillin does not cure your sinus infection?
Amoxicillin and metronidazole are to be taken in combination for a sinus infection. If plain amoxicillin does not work, a formulation with clavulanic acid such as augmentin should be used with metronidazole.
Can erythromycin ointment be used for a stye?
A stye is a blocked hair follicle and not an infection. Erythromycin in an antibiotic ointment used for an infection, so it would not be helpful in this case. A warm compress will help. Wet a washcloth with warm water and place it over the closed eye for a little bit and it should help.
