Question 1

would takin vicodin while on medication for a bacterial infection lesson the effects of my antibacterial meds?

Accepted Answer

No: There are no known drug interactions, as far as i know, between hydrocodone or tylenol (acetaminophen) and any commonly used antibiotics.

Question 2

will takin vicodin while on medication for a bacterial infection lesson the effects of my antibacterial medicine?

Accepted Answer

No: I am unaware of any interactions between hydrocodone, acetaminophen and any antibiotics.

Question 3

prescribed metonidazole for bacterial infection. do i need to fill the un-numbered applicator fully for it to be 5 grams ?

Accepted Answer

Fill it full: Read the package insert, or ask your pharmacist for the form  you have.  Here is more info: that says to fill the applicator full
http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/metronidazole-vaginal-route/proper-use/drg-20064738

Question 4

in what way does antiviral medication lead to bacterial infections?

Accepted Answer

Not usual antivirals: Common antiviral medications such as Zovirax or Valtrex (valacyclovir) used to treat herpes viruses, or Tamiflu used to treat influenza viruses, do not lead to bacterial infections. Certain medications that suppress a person&#x27;s immune system, such as prednisone, are sometimes used to decrease inflammation caused by some viral infections. With immunosuppressant meds, a person may get other infections more easily.

Question 5

are there safe over-the-counter medications that i can give a child to help his bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Prescription only: Medications to treat bacterial infections are only available by prescription. See your pediatrician or family doctor to confirm this is a bacterial infection and to give you the treatment options.

Question 6

hi dr, 
i have green discharge. viganal swab test results are : scant gram  positive cocci and bacilli. do i have bacterial infection? thanks

Accepted Answer

Can't say: Those results mean nothing. Vaginal infections causing discharge are typically sexual or what's called bacterial vaginosis (BV). BV is diagnosed by wet mount looking for 'clue cells'. Sexual infections are gonorrhea and chlamydia (both diagnosed by DNA swab) and trichomonas (diagnosed by wet mount looking for the moving organisms).

Question 7

can antiviral medications increase the chance of secondary bacterial infections and sepsis?

Accepted Answer

No: Unless you have a rare side effect and have suppression of your bone marrow and can not generate enough infection fighting cells.

Question 8

can antifungal medications increase the chance of secondary bacterial infections and sepsis?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Fungal infections usually occur in immunocompromised people who are already at risk for bacterial infection.

Question 9

i have swelling and redness. there is itching and sometimes burning after urination on my vulva. i have taken diflucan but my symptoms remain. which medication would work best to treat my symptoms and is this a yeast or bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Without an exam, it is difficult to diagnose what you describe. You should see your doctor for an exam to determine what is causing the symptoms in order to treat it properly. There are a number of things that can cause swelling and redness and require different therapies to treat.

Question 10

if lung granuloma  is caused by non bacterial infection, what medications r normally given and for how long, please help me?

Accepted Answer

Lung Granuloma: Without the results of a lung biopsy it is almost impossible to know how to treat you.

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Would takin vicodin while on medication for a bacterial infection lesson the effects of my antibacterial meds?

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Will takin vicodin while on medication for a bacterial infection lesson the effects of my antibacterial medicine?

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Prescribed metonidazole for bacterial infection. do i need to fill the un-numbered applicator fully for it to be 5 grams ?

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In what way does antiviral medication lead to bacterial infections?

A member asked:

Are there safe over-the-counter medications that i can give a child to help his bacterial infection?

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Hi dr, i have green discharge. viganal swab test results are : scant gram positive cocci and bacilli. do i have bacterial infection? thanks

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Can antiviral medications increase the chance of secondary bacterial infections and sepsis?

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Can antifungal medications increase the chance of secondary bacterial infections and sepsis?

A member asked:

I have swelling and redness. there is itching and sometimes burning after urination on my vulva. i have taken diflucan but my symptoms remain. which medication would work best to treat my symptoms and is this a yeast or bacterial infection?

A member asked:

If lung granuloma is caused by non bacterial infection, what medications r normally given and for how long, please help me?

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