Medicines that destroy or restrict the growth of bacteria, and thus treat bacterial infections, are called antibiotics. They are only used to treat bacterial infections and cannot fight viral infections. Some commonly used antibiotics are Amoxicillin, Cephalexin, Clindamycin, Metronidazole, Azithromycin, Norfloxacin, and Ciprofloxacin.
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My child has a persistent fever despite taking medicines. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,My daughter is 5 years old suffering from a fever for the last two days. We are giving Calpol 250 mg one and a half teaspoons every four hours. After giving Calpol, the temperature comes down. But immediately the temperature is increasing. Today our doctor suggested having Monocef antibiot... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.Generally, fever lasts for 2 to 3 days. If it is viral or if it is bacterial, since you have started the antibiotic it takes 24 to 48 hours for the antibiotic to control infection. So, the fever may be there but the intensity will decrease gradually over 2 to 3 days. If... Read Full »
My daughter is frequently ill. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Our daughter aged 3 years 3 months has been frequently sick in her life. She was even hospitalized thrice and was on drips for stomach related diseases. Most often, her illnesses are related to stomach issues with symptoms typically including repeated vomiting, diarrhea and sometimes f... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). 1. I understand your concern. Few children go through such situations due to sensitivity and low immunity levels, so you need not panic. 2. I would suggest you avoid antibi... Read Full »
Should I take antibiotics for postnasal drip and tickle cough?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been using a Levalbuterol nebulizer for a cough. I accidentally had some soap residue left in the nebulizer, and I used it for a minute before realizing this. Should I be very concerned? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not think you should be worried about it, if it would have been in more concentration, your body would have reacted in the form of sneezing as a protective mechanism. You can continue nebulization, but be careful in the future, if the cough does not subside in a ... Read Full »