Question 1

i'm feeling better, can i stop taking my antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

No: It is generally recommended to finish the prescribed course in order to prevent a relapse of the infection from not enough therapy.And the risk of increasing resistance.

Question 2

im taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for bacteria infection. i tested positive for corona virus day 3 on taking antibiotics. i have had diarrhea since day 2.5 and now some rectal bleeding on day 5. should i stop taking antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

: The antibiotic may be associated with diarrhea. A probiotic is usually helpful and may be administered during the course. If the bleeding is moderate, then please see the Emergency room. Watch for shortness of breath, sudden changes and if these occur seek medical attention. COVID-19 infection may result in a prolonged course. The course of antibiotics should be completed. Please follow up.

Question 3

could you tell me what happens if i stop taking antibiotics after 3 days?

Accepted Answer

Resistance: Depending on the antibiotic and the dose since some antibiotic program only requires you to take it for 3 days.  However early termination of the antibiotic may allow the bacteria time to develop resistance to the antibiotic and thus it is unwise to do so. 
On the other hand, you may get better nonetheless if the antibiotic was prescribed for a viral infection.

Question 4

do spider bites stop progressing after taking antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

Only if infected.: Antibiotics should do nothing for a spider bite unless of course it is infected.  This is not common, but can happen.   I suppose that if you had a spider bite and you took anything and the bite regressed as it was wont to do, you could attribute succes to the ingested agent.

Question 5

how long after i stop taking antibiotics for mastitis will they stay in my system?

Accepted Answer

Except for...: ...Azithromycin (which stays around for weeks), practically all other antibiotics are gone in 24-48 hours.

Question 6

i am taking antibiotics (penicillin) i am on day 5 of 10. my symptoms are almost gone. should i carry on taking the antibiotics or can i stop?

Accepted Answer

Finish the meds: you should complete the course of antibiotics prescribed to you. even though you don't have symptoms, you may still have an infection and be a carrier of the bacteria. completing the antibiotics also decreases the incidence of antibiotic resistance in your area.

Question 7

is it safe to stop a statin whilst taking antibiotics for 1 week ..will it affect my cholestrol ?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: You should not stop your statin while you are on antibiotic.  If you're concerned about interaction with statin you need to discuss this with your primary care physician.

Question 8

should i stop antibiotic use if i have the flu?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Influenza is caused by a virus and this will not be susceptible to antibiotics (altho neuraminidase inhibitors may help).  Antibiotics are sometimes given to patients with influenza because they have developed secondary bacterial infections.

Question 9

after deroofing for axillary hidradenitis suppurativa lesions, how long do the lesions typically take to stop leaking/draining? taking antibiotics, but its been a few days and they are still draining a little fluid?

Accepted Answer

: It all depends on what was done and how extensive it was. If it continues pl see your surgeon again for the reason.

Question 10

if i stop taking antibiotics should my yeast infection go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

Continue treatment: Always finish your antibiotic therapy even if you feel like you are getting better. If you don't complete your therapy, the yeast infection will come back and the antibiotic may not work as effectively and become resistant to the antibiotic therapy.

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I'm feeling better, can i stop taking my antibiotics?

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Im taking amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium for bacteria infection. i tested positive for corona virus day 3 on taking antibiotics. i have had diarrhea since day 2.5 and now some rectal bleeding on day 5. should i stop taking antibiotics?

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Could you tell me what happens if i stop taking antibiotics after 3 days?

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Do spider bites stop progressing after taking antibiotics?

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How long after i stop taking antibiotics for mastitis will they stay in my system?

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I am taking antibiotics (penicillin) i am on day 5 of 10. my symptoms are almost gone. should i carry on taking the antibiotics or can i stop?

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Is it safe to stop a statin whilst taking antibiotics for 1 week ..will it affect my cholestrol ?

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Should i stop antibiotic use if i have the flu?

A member asked:

After deroofing for axillary hidradenitis suppurativa lesions, how long do the lesions typically take to stop leaking/draining? taking antibiotics, but its been a few days and they are still draining a little fluid?

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If i stop taking antibiotics should my yeast infection go away on its own?

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