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What is paracetamol? Paracetamol (Panadol, Calpol, Alvedon) is an analgesic and antipyretic drug that is used to temporarily relieve mild-to-moderate pain and fever. It is commonly included as an ingredient in cold and flu medications and is also used on its own. Paracetamol is exactly the same drug as acetaminophen (Tylenol). Paracetamol is the drug’s… Continue reading Paracetamol 

What is levofloxacin? Levofloxacin is an antibiotic that that may be used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Levofloxacin may also be used to treat people who have been exposed to anthrax or certain types of plague. Levofloxacin is usually only used for bacterial infections that cannot be treated with safer antibiotics. This is because levofloxacin is… Continue reading Levofloxacin

What is amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium? Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is a combination prescription antibiotic. Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Clavulanate potassium is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that helps prevent certain bacteria from becoming resistant to amoxicillin. Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria, such as , pneumonia,… Continue reading Amoxicillin and Clavulanate

  Uses of Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Suspension: It is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Suspension? For all patients taking sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim suspension: If you are allergic to sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim suspension; any part of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim suspension; or any… Continue reading Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim Suspension

What is azithromycin? Azithromycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Azithromycin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, ear infections, eye infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. Azithromycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use azithromycin if you have… Continue reading Azithromycin

What is metronidazole? Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain and spinal cord, lungs, heart, or bloodstream. Metronidazole is also used to treat trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted disease caused by a parasite. Usually both sexual partners are treated at the same time, even if one has no symptoms.… Continue reading Metronidazole 

What is clindamycin? Clindamycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Clindamycin is used to treat serious infections caused by bacteria. Clindamycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Clindamycin can cause diarrhea, which may be severe or lead to serious, life-threatening intestinal problems. If you have diarrhea that is watery or… Continue reading Clindamycin

What is ciprofloxacin? Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone (flor-o-KWIN-o-lone) antibiotic, it is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. It is also used to treat people who have been exposed to anthrax or certain types of plague. Ciprofloxacin extended-release is only approved for use in adults. Fluoroquinolone antibiotics can cause serious or disabling side effects that may not be reversible. Ciprofloxacin should… Continue reading Ciprofloxacin