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Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation?
Prescribed as a treatment for bacterial infections, antibiotics do a great job of killing harmful bacteria. However, they sometimes do their job too well and also kill the beneficial bacteria in your body, especially those found in the gut. One complication of this is constipation, which is defined by infrequent and painful bowel movements. No… Continue reading Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation?
Jessica Guht Mar. 29, 2023
Can Urgent Care Prescribe Antibiotics?
Getting your required prescription can take time, and sometimes that waiting period is far too long. If you need immediate medical attention and or a referral, you would need to head to the nearest urgent care center. Your urgent care physician can help to diagnose your condition and decide on what the best treatment would… Continue reading Can Urgent Care Prescribe Antibiotics?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 06, 2023
Cefdinir for UTI: Ten Tips You Need to Know
UTIs can be an incredibly painful problem to deal with, as well as one that usually needs medical intervention in the form of antibiotics in order to get it cleared up as soon as possible. One antibiotic that is often prescribed for UTIs is Cefdinir, which is a common antibiotic used to treat a range… Continue reading Cefdinir for UTI: Ten Tips You Need to Know
Jessica Guht Jan. 12, 2023
How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?
Doxycycline is a widely used and popular antibiotic that is known for its quick action in treating a variety of conditions. However, the time it takes to work can vary among individuals, depending on the nature of the infection and individual reactions to the medication. Typically, doxycycline starts to show effects within a few hours… Continue reading How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?
Jessica Guht Nov. 09, 2022
How Long Does Doxycycline Stay in Your System?
Some medications may require you to avoid certain things to prevent harm to yourself and ensure the medicine works effectively. Because of this, knowing how long a medication remains in your system is helpful since it lingers even after the final dose is taken. When it comes to doxycycline, it can remain in your system… Continue reading How Long Does Doxycycline Stay in Your System?
Jessica Guht Oct. 03, 2022
Can Doxycycline Cause a Yeast Infection?
Yes, doxycycline as well as some other antibiotics can sometimes cause yeast infections. This can happen because antibiotics kill off both harmful bacteria as well as beneficial bacteria that help maintain the balance of microorganisms in the vagina. This allows the fungus Candida, which is normally present there, to grow too much and cause an… Continue reading Can Doxycycline Cause a Yeast Infection?
Emily Maeve Milord Sep. 02, 2022
Doxycycline and Sun Exposure: Everything You Need to Know!
Doxycycline is a commonly used antibiotic that can lead to increased skin sensitivity to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. This side effect means that even short exposure to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds can cause significant skin reactions which can range from mild redness and itching to severe burns. To prevent these reactions,… Continue reading Doxycycline and Sun Exposure: Everything You Need to Know!
Jessica Guht Sep. 02, 2022
Doxycycline and Alcohol – Everything You Should Know
It is often recommended to avoid alcohol while taking antibiotics, and this is because it has the potential to negatively interact with the antibiotic, making it less effective. If this happens, the antibiotic may not remove all of the harmful bacteria, leaving your infection. However, this is not true for all antibiotics. For example, it… Continue reading Doxycycline and Alcohol – Everything You Should Know
Jessica Guht Aug. 31, 2022
How Long Does Azithromycin Stay In Your System?
For those with bacterial infections, a common antibiotic that you may be prescribed is azithromycin. There are multiple forms and doses of azithromycin, and it is crucial to follow the complete course as prescribed by your doctor. However, it is important to remember that azithromycin lingers in your system even after taking your last dose.… Continue reading How Long Does Azithromycin Stay In Your System?
Jessica Guht Aug. 30, 2022
Can You Get Antibiotics Over the Counter?
Antibiotics are a very well-known medication used to treat bacterial infections such as strep throat, UTIs, or ear infections. Despite the large number of medications available over the counter (OTC), though, very few antibiotics are included. In fact, only a few topical antibiotics are available OTC, and the rest require a prescription. Because of the… Continue reading Can You Get Antibiotics Over the Counter?
Jessica Guht Aug. 01, 2022
Azithromycin and Alcohol: Everything You Need to Know
There exist many different types of antibiotics that help to treat bacterial infections, and one type is azithromycin. A concern when taking antibiotics is whether or not alcohol can be drunk while taking them, as in many cases, alcohol can lessen their effectiveness. Azithromycin, however, remains just as potent even when drinking alcohol. Despite the… Continue reading Azithromycin and Alcohol: Everything You Need to Know
Jessica Guht Jul. 31, 2022
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