Check the dat on the packet or go back to the docter
i don't know, get lost man
False. Cells containing a plasmid with an antibiotic resistance gene will survive in the presence of the antibiotic because they can produce the protein that confers resistance, allowing them to withstand the antibiotic's effects.
Antibiotic sensitivity disks contain a specific concentration of an antibiotic to test the susceptibility of a particular bacterial strain to that antibiotic. The zone of inhibition around the disk indicates the effectiveness of the antibiotic against the bacteria present. This method helps healthcare professionals identify the most appropriate antibiotic for treating bacterial infections.
Liquid antibiotic formulations can be either solutions or suspensions. A solution contains the antibiotic fully dissolved in a liquid, resulting in a clear mixture. In contrast, a suspension contains solid antibiotic particles dispersed in a liquid, which may require shaking before use to ensure even distribution. The specific formulation depends on the antibiotic and its intended use.
An antibiotic
If you need an antibiotic, why not go to the doc and get the right treatment?
Hopefully, nothing. Unfortunately, after the drug is expired, the antibiotic and the inert carrier chemicals it is mixed into start to degrade. This degradation is unpredictable in the field and could do anything from rendering the antibiotic inert (ie, no longer an effective drug) to turning the antibiotic or one or more of the other chemicals into a potent toxin that could severely injure or kill the dog.
No, you should discard expired medications. There is no gurantee for efficacy or safety and the bacteria might become resistant to clindamycin if its inert thus making treatment for your infection even harder.
Yes, as long as the antibiotic is not expired, and has not been contaminated by something else, gentamycin is safe for children.
There are many things that can go wrong in a medicine, depending upon what type of medicine it is. Primarily, most medicines can degrade, which means the chemicals weaken. The drug is then less effective for the purpose it is needed. For example, if an antibiotic's chemical make-up weakens, it will not fight the infection as it should if the medication was not expired. When someone with an infection takes an expired medication, the bacteria then continue to multiply, unchecked. The person would get sicker even though taking the expired antibiotic. I would just go out and buy a new bottle or obtain a new prescription.
Expired flucloxacillin may be less effective in treating infections, as the potency of medications can diminish over time. While it is generally not considered harmful to take expired antibiotics, there is a risk of inadequate treatment, which could lead to worsening infections or antibiotic resistance. It's always best to consult a healthcare professional before using any expired medication.
Antibiotic suspensions (i.e. Amoxicillin, clavulin, etc.) typically have a shelf life of two weeks if stored in the fridge, at room temperature it is likely it will expire within a week. When suspensions become "expired", drug efficacy is often greatly reduced due to factors such as reduced solubility, dissolution, absorption, drug degradation, crystal formation, etc... Overall an expired suspension will have greatly reduced efficacy and may lead to bacterial resistance which can lead to severe infections - ubc pharm 2014
"Pink eye" as you describe it can be caused by lots of different things, many of which don't need antibiotic treatment
If a drug has expired, it is in a condition and should not be used.
its already expired you know!
it says the expiration date
You need to consult with a criminal attorney. They will know whether the limit has actually expired.