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What to do if i have strep throat and i need to take antibiotics. would a shot of ampicillin work the same?
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Streph Throat: This is what my family does. However, often times providers are learly of this route due to concerns about possible medication allergy.
Answered 4/15/2013
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No: A single injection of long acting benzothane penicillin g will effectively treat strep throat.It provides continuous levels of drug in the blood for 10 days.A single shot of Ampicillin would be in and out of your system in less than 24 hrs. You would likely feel better from the acute infection anyway, but the klack of a sustained blood level would leave you at risk of strep complications.
Answered 6/24/2014
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No: You need to take a penicillin for 10 days to prevent the sequella of a strep throat. Ampicillin will be eliminated 6 hours after being given. One shot of benzathine penicillin which is long acting will work.
Answered 6/24/2014
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