Question 1

i took an antibiotic for bronchitis by accident. what would this do if i don't have bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

Do not take more: If you are not allergic to the antibiotic an inadvertant dose probably will not hurt.  It jut makes it more likely you may develop a resistace in the future.

Question 2

i had an antibiotic for bronchitis, by tuesday all symtoms were gone. still continued the antibiotic. was done on friday. why are my symtoms back?

Accepted Answer

Bronchial hyperreact: Do you have asthma? Sometimes after a viral bronchitis we can have bronchial hyperactivity that is a kind of temporary asthma and can present with cough, shortness of breath and wheezing. Both can explain recurrence of the bronchitis symptoms.

Question 3

what is the best antibiotic for bronchitis, i've been taking clendamycin but its not getting any better.?

Accepted Answer

None: Despite the fact that antibiotics are frequently used for bronchitis, it's viral more often than not.   That means antibiotics don't work, but the illness can get better over time.

Question 4

is it safe to take clindamycin antibiotic for bronchitis or cold?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Colds are almost always caused by viruses.  They are self limited and do not respond to antibacterial antibiotics which should never be used.  Bronchitis is likewise usually a viral infection and should not be treated with antibiotics unless severe or prolonged. If bronchitis needed antibiotic treatment Clindamycin would not be a good choice. Ceftin, (cefuroxime) vantin, zithromax or Augmentin would be better.

Question 5

been to dr a week ago - gave antibiotic for bronchitis - not getting better. still have blocked nose and heavy cough! could this be signs of pneumonia?

Accepted Answer

Viral: Bronchitis is typically a viral illness and antibiotics don't help, but everybody wants them.  It's going to take a week to ten days for the virus to improve.  If high fever , you can't keep fluids down go back to your doctor.  And your smoking isn't helping.

Question 6

doctor for a couple of months i have had to take prednisone, and some antibiotic, for bronchitis, and severe allergy's, symptoms, some wheezing, mucus?

Accepted Answer

See allergist: Prednisone is not usually used fir treating allergic problem except in emergency situation such as asthma attack.  I suspect that your problem is asthma and would urge you to consult an allergist.

Question 7

when would one  need antibiotics for bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

Acute...: If acute bronchitis due to a bacterial infection is diagnosed by your doctor, then antibiotics are indicated.

Question 8

i have had a cough for over two months and was treated with antibiotics for bronchitis but it  has not gone away and now i have a  sharp pain rt side?

Accepted Answer

Resee your doctor: If the cough has not improved, more is likely going on. You may need an x-ray, tests for asthma, or for things that might mimic it. You may wish to see a lung specialist if your pcp cannot help.

Question 9

still have a dry cough after finishing antibiotics for bronchitis over 2 weeks ago. i keep trying to cough stuff up but there's nothing. worse @ night?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: Could be related to either Asthma or Allergies. Check with your physician about that. Fresno does have cocci in the air as well which might contribute to a cough- it's a an organism abundant in the Central Valley at this time.

Question 10

hi, i am on antibiotics for bronchitis and i noticed a smell coming from my private area, is it from the antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the odor: you are experiencing is probably caused by a yeast infection with Candida albicans. When something happens to change the balance of organisms (bacteria, yeast, etc) in the body, yeast can grow too much. Taking antibiotics can sometimes cause this type of imbalance. I would give my treating doctor a call. They may suggest you simply obtain OTC anti-fungal from your drug store or prescribe something

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I took an antibiotic for bronchitis by accident. what would this do if i don't have bronchitis?

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I had an antibiotic for bronchitis, by tuesday all symtoms were gone. still continued the antibiotic. was done on friday. why are my symtoms back?

A member asked:

What is the best antibiotic for bronchitis, i've been taking clendamycin but its not getting any better.?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take clindamycin antibiotic for bronchitis or cold?

A member asked:

Been to dr a week ago - gave antibiotic for bronchitis - not getting better. still have blocked nose and heavy cough! could this be signs of pneumonia?

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Doctor for a couple of months i have had to take prednisone, and some antibiotic, for bronchitis, and severe allergy's, symptoms, some wheezing, mucus?

A member asked:

When would one need antibiotics for bronchitis?

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I have had a cough for over two months and was treated with antibiotics for bronchitis but it has not gone away and now i have a sharp pain rt side?

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Still have a dry cough after finishing antibiotics for bronchitis over 2 weeks ago. i keep trying to cough stuff up but there's nothing. worse @ night?

A member asked:

Hi, i am on antibiotics for bronchitis and i noticed a smell coming from my private area, is it from the antibiotics?

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