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.
combination of two antibiotics used to treat a variety of bacterial infections
One of the sulfonamides, the sulfa-related antibiotics which are used to treat bacterial and some fungal infections
Sulfonamide drugs-- A group of antibacterial drugs used to treat infections of the lungs and skin, among other things.
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.
No, brimonidine does not contain sulfa. Brimonidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist primarily used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It is important for individuals with sulfa allergies to consult their healthcare provider about their medications, but brimonidine itself is not related to sulfa drugs.
Hyzaar is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and to lower the risk of stroke. It is known to contain sulfa, which is the sulfonamide family of drugs.
No, Tamiflu (oseltamivir) does not contain sulfa. It is a neuraminidase inhibitor used to treat and prevent influenza virus infections.
Bacitracin does have a sulfur molecule in its structure. If you are asking if bacitracin is a sulfa drug, then no, it is not a sulfa drug and can be used in patients with sulfa allergies for burns when silver sulfadiazene cannot be used.
No Sulfa drugs are sometime used to treat facets of osteoarthritis. The pain in osteo artritis is caused by the damage done to the joints as a result of cartilage loss.
Buspar, or buspirone, does not contain sulfa. It is an anxiolytic medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders. However, if you have a sulfa allergy, it's always best to consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new medication to ensure safety.
No, Concerta does not contain sulfa. Concerta is a brand name for a medication that contains methylphenidate, which is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Sulfa drugs are a different class of medications used primarily as antibiotics. Always consult a healthcare professional for specific concerns about medications and their ingredients.
No, Sulfa drugs are a class of antibiotics such as Septrum-DS and Bactrim. Ferrous sulfate is a form of iron as opposed to ferrous gluconate. Both forms of iron are used to treat anemia. Of the two, ferrous gluconate is less constipating than ferrous sulfate.