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I tested positive for covid and require a script for antibiotics?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No antibiotic needed: If you have Covid19, you would not need an antibiotic just based on that. Covid19 is a viral illness, and antibiotics only helpful for bacterial illness. If you have a secondary illness, say a bacterial pneumonia , a doctor would have had to have examined you and made that diagnosis. At that time they would then prescribe the antibiotics you would need. Drink fluids, rest.

Answered 1/4/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not likely.: COVID 19 is a viral infection, not a bacterial infection. Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. Rest, hydrate, quarantine & eat healthfully. Consider use of acetaminophen, saline for nasal irrigation, decongestant or cough syrup. Naprosyn is a good choice if NSAID’s are used. Get urgent care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or face, marked persistent chest pain/ pressure

Answered 1/3/2021

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