Question 1

when to take antibiotics?

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Your pharmacist: can help you to understand the instructions on the prescription bottle. Take as prescribed.

Question 2

how often should i take antibiotics?

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Take as prescribed: Antibiotics should only be taken when prescribed by a doctor and instructions for the prescription should be followed precisely. Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections and some antibiotics work well for specific types of bacteria and others don't which is why you must get diagnosed by a doctor first. Taking antibiotics without a prescription can lead to  bacterial resistance of the antibiotic.

Question 3

can i take antibiotics while taking gummies acv?

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: It is unlikely that you would get a good answer to your question because you were not specific in the name of the antibiotics and you assume that people would know what gummies acv is. I would suggest to take your medications at different times at least 2 hours apart not knowing what they to prevent interaction. However you also could use interaction engine available to look on the internet.

Question 4

what happens if you take antibiotics longer than directed?

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Resistance: The question is, why are you taking the antibiotic longer than prescribed?  If you continue to take the medication longer than normal, you increase the chance that you will become antibiotic resistant to that particular medication.  Therefore, a different, antibiotic may be necessary.  You want to avoid doing this, as it may ultimately decrease your body's ability to fight infection. Keep smiling.

Question 5

can we take antibiotics with predinsolone?

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Yes : Although some antibiotics can have increased side effects with steroids. Commonly prescribed together.

Question 6

how long should i take antibiotics for mondors disease?

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Mondor disease: Mondor disease is a thrombophlebitis of the superficial veins in the breast.  It can be mistaken for an infection, but it's not.  There is no role for antibiotics if this is truely Mondor disease.

Question 7

okay to take antibiotics and antiviral at the same time?

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Please ask your: Doc and the pharmacist as many have no interaction, but some could, it depends what type of each you are on.

Question 8

what happens if you don't take antibiotics for pneumonia?

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Life threatening: Pneumonia is a common lung infection which is caused by germs, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi.  Bacteria respond to antibiotics. Many healthy people recover from pneumonia in 1-3 weeks but it can be life-threatening. If antibiotics are prescribed &amp; you don't take them your life could be at risk. Also, drink a lot of fluids and get a lot of bed rest &amp; take aspirin or NSAIDs only as prescribed.

Question 9

can i take antibiotics and sinus tablets at the same time?

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Sinus: I do not see why not as the drugs act differently in your system. If you are taking the antibiotic for a sinus infection and the sinus tabs to be more comfortable until the antibiotic begins to work (generally 48 hours) you will be fine. Check with your md if you have unusual symptoms or further questions.

Question 10

would it be safe to take antibiotics and cold medicine at the same time?

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Why the combo?: If you have a cold, you don&#x27;t need antibiotics. If you have an infection, talk to your prescribing provider about what OTC meds might be safe.

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