Generic Bactrim is an antibiotic medication that contains two compounds, Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole that work in combination to eradicate the bacterial infections completely. Both its constituents are antibiotics but they perform different task while treating infections caused by bacteria. Sulfamethoxazole is bacteriostatic in nature, which stops the growth of the bacteria, whereas Trimethoprim is bactericidal in nature, which kills the bacteria.
These 2 constituents work in combination to give you a relief from the bacterial infections. It treats bronchitis, Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, urinary tract infections, traveler's diarrhea, inflammation of intestine due to bacterial infections, and ear infections. Whipple's disease and melioidosis are can also be cured with the usage of this medication. Generic Bactrim, due to its result-oriented nature, has become of the best medication to overcome bacterial infections within short span of time.
Action mechanism
The action mechanism of generic Bactrim is very simple. In the initial phase of treatment, one of the active constituent, Sulfamethoxazole, present in this medication gets bind with the DNA gyrase enzyme and retards the double strand formation process carried out during the multiplication of the bacteria. Concluding from this process, the growth of the bacteria is being completely stopped. Bacteria then get stuck up to the one position on the host body. It is here, the other active constituent present in this antibiotic gets active and shows its effect.Trimethoprim starts working by curtailing the nutrient supply to the bacterial colonies. The bacteria starve as they don’t get the enough food material and ultimately they get weaker day-by-day. It inhibits the nucleic acid synthesis in the bacteria producing more amount of products that are responsible for the breaking the helical structure of DNA. Generic Bactrim gives you relief from the bacterial infections within 5 to 7 days. Remember that viral and fungal infections are not cured by the usage of this antibiotic.
Dosage
Generic Bactrim standard prescribed dosage is 1 pill in a day. In serious cases it is given as 2 pills in a day, in which please remember to give the gap of at least 12 hours between 2 doses. In pediatric patients the dosage is given as 8 mg/kg of Trimethoprim to 40 mg/kg once in a day. We still recommend consulting the doctor before giving dose in pediatric patients. In case if you are not getting the effect with the standard dose of this antibiotic medicine then you can increase the dose, but only after consulting with the healthcare practitioner. Never take this medication in same dose as prescribed last time because depending upon the type of infections and its severity the dosage of this antibiotic drug is changed.
For a person suffering with the bacterial infections in intestines 1 tablet twice in a day is given. Take 1 double strength tablet for 14 days in order to overcome bronchitis. In case of travelers’ diarrhea, 1 double strength tablet every 12 hours for 5 days. For treating the urinary tract infections, the dosage of generic Bactrim is given as twice in a day. It is advisable to drink more fluids while taking this antibiotic drug as this helps in throwing out the unnecessary amount of the Antibiotic present in the body. This helps in reduction in the occurrence of side effects.
This antibiotic drug can be taken 1 hour before the lunch, but if it disturbs your stomach then take it 2 to 3 hours after eating the meal. We recommend taking this pill as whole. Don’t break, chew, or crush this medication. You may experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, numbness and tingling, or seizures (convulsions) due to the overdose of this antibacterial medication. So, avoid over dose. Also don’t miss the dose of this drug too often as this will lead in returning of the infection, which would this time be resistant to the particular antibiotic drug.
Precautions
• Breast-feeding women should avoid taking generic Bactrim, because it passes through breast milk from mother to child and affects a nursing infant. Sometimes side effects can be severe so nursing mothers should note take this antibiotic drug. Doctor should decide whether mother should continue the breast feeding or she should take the dosage of medication. Please remember that breast feeding and dose of this drug can not be continued together.
• Individuals suffering from the seizures or having the history of seizures should avoid this antibiotic, because it triggers seizures
• People having the history of diabetes, heart disorders (specifically related to the unusual heartbeat), liver disorders, kidney disorders, or central nervous system tumors should consult the doctor regarding the dose of this medicine.
• Alcohol intake must be completely stopped while taking this antibiotic as it leads to the increase in side effects and delays the effect of this medication.
• Please consult the doctor regarding the dosage of generic Bactrim if you have or previously suffered from the bleeding disorders.
• Soon after taking the dosage of this antibiotic drug don’t drive or operate dangerous machinery because it causes drowsiness and dizziness.
• This antibiotic drug is pregnancy category C drug. So the women who are pregnant can not take this medicine, because the unborn baby is harmed by the dosage of this medication.
Side effects
Less serious side effects caused due to the intake of the generic Bactrim includes nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, menstrual cramps, drowsiness, tired feeling, fever, chills, body aches, cough and flu, headache, muscle or back pain, fatigue, pyrexia, and back pain. These side effects are momentary and they disappear as your body gets use to the dosage of this medication.
Hazardous side effects noted after the intake of this antibacterial drug are trouble in breathing, closing of the throat, hives; and swelling of the lips, tongue, or face. If you notice these hazardous side effects then please consult the doctor immediately for the medical assistance.
Warnings
• Intake of generic Bactrim should be avoided by children and adolescents below the age of 18 because the safety and efficacy of this medicine in children and adolescents below 18 years of age is not yet established.
• This medication’s usage is restricted during the pregnancy.
• Individuals with the history of seizures should not use this medication for any purpose.
• Excessive intake of this medication must be avoided as it leads to the various health complications. Also, never continue to take generic Bactrim for more time than prescribed because it is hazardous to health.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Online Antibiotic - Cipro treats Bacterial Infections
Generic Cipro treats bacterial infections. This medication is antibacterial drug by nature that eradicates the infection causing bacteria completely. Antibiotic property of this drug is noted due to presence of its active constituent, Ciprofloxacin. This drug is bactericidal drug that directly proceeds by killing the infection causing bacteria. Sever sinusitis, typhoid fever, or bronchial infections can be cured easily with the intake of this antibiotic drug.
Infections occurring due to the bacterial in kidney and urinary tract are cured with the intake of this medication. Generic Cipro treats bacterial infections in bones, skin, airways, joints and lungs. Whatever may be the severity of the infections this medicine effects will nullify the effect of bacterial infection completely and eradicate infection from its root.
Action mechanism
Generic Cipro action mechanism is very simple. Its intake will make the infected person free from the bacterial infections. Its active constituent Ciprofloxacin is responsible for its bactericidal effect. In the primary part of the action mechanism, this medication stops the replication of the bacteria. For this it binds itself to the enzyme called as DNA gyrase, which doesn’t allow the double strands of DNA to bind together. This way the replication process is being retarded. The spreading of the bacteria is being completely stopped due to this step. Generic Cipro in the subsequent step curtails the supply of the essential nutrients to the bacterial colonies. Due to this the bacteria starve thus they are not able to survive, ultimately they die. The bacterial colonies are completely eradicated with the effect of this medication.
Dosage
Dosage of generic Cipro is to be taken as 250 mg to 750 mg in a day depending upon the severity of the infection and overall health status of the infected individual. In case of serious bacterial infections the dosage of this Ciprofloxacin medication can be increased up to 750 mg in a day, but only after consulting with the doctor. In pediatric patients the recommended dosage is 100 to 200 mg once in a day. For the people suffering with the kidney or liver disorders the lower doses are suggested, doctor’s consultation is must for these individuals. It is advised to drink more water while taking generic Cipro as it helps the active constituent to dissolve easily and also helps to throw out of the body the unnecessary Ciprofloxacin.
Don’t miss the dosage of this antibiotic drug while on scheduled dose because this may lead to the return of the bacterial infections and this time it would be resistant to this antibiotic drug. Never to take this medication in excessive amount as it may lead to the various health complications. Overdose may result into urination problems, pale skin, weakness, increase in heart beats, or convulsions. Take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor.
Precautions
• If you are allergic to the Ciprofloxacin then please don’t take the generic Cipro.
• Alcohol intake must be lowered if you want to get the complete effect of this medication. Also alcohol intake is being known to interact with the medication content and induce the side effects.
• Eating tobacco or smoking tobacco must be completely stopped as it reacts with this medication, which puts negative impact on the health of the individual.
• Generic Cipro medication should not be taken by the pregnant women because it is harmful to the health of the fetus. In some cases it can even lead to the miscarriage.
• Breast-feeding women are advised not to take this medication as it passes through the milk and produces potential harm to the new born baby.
• People suffering with kidney disorders, heart problems, blood pressure, and liver problems are advised to consult the doctor before taking this medication.
• Generic Cipro should not be taken in combination with that of the Warfarin (Coumadin) and probenecid (Benemid) because it may lead to the delay in the treatment of the bacterial infections.
Side effects
Side effects like rashes on skin, trouble in breathing, hives or dizziness are noted to occur after the intake of the generic Cipro pill. These side effects are generally temporary and they disappear as your body gets used to the dosage of this medication. If any of these side effects persist for the long duration and get troublesome then please stop the intake of this medication instantly and consult the doctor immediately. Common side effects noted after the intake of this medicine are
Common side effects noted after the intake of this medicine are diarrhea, vomiting, easy bruising or bleeding, numbness, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, fever, dizziness, and sleep problems. These side effects are temporary and the ebb away as the patient’s body gets accustomed with the dose of medicine.
Warnings
• Generic Cipro should never be taken in excess to get the faster results because instead of treating the infections it would put adverse impact on other body organs that will deteriorate your overall health status.
• Prolonged intake of this medication is not recommended because it results in health complications.
• Please note that generic Cipro should be used to treat the bacterial infections only. Viral or fungal infections can not be cured with the help of this medicine.
• People having the history of seizures or are suffering with seizures should not take this medication.
• Ingestion of this antibiotic drug together with magnesium/aluminum antacids, or sucralfate, Videx (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder, other highly buffered drugs, or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc should be avoided. Please take this antibacterial drug 6 hours after these medicines.
Infections occurring due to the bacterial in kidney and urinary tract are cured with the intake of this medication. Generic Cipro treats bacterial infections in bones, skin, airways, joints and lungs. Whatever may be the severity of the infections this medicine effects will nullify the effect of bacterial infection completely and eradicate infection from its root.
Action mechanism
Generic Cipro action mechanism is very simple. Its intake will make the infected person free from the bacterial infections. Its active constituent Ciprofloxacin is responsible for its bactericidal effect. In the primary part of the action mechanism, this medication stops the replication of the bacteria. For this it binds itself to the enzyme called as DNA gyrase, which doesn’t allow the double strands of DNA to bind together. This way the replication process is being retarded. The spreading of the bacteria is being completely stopped due to this step. Generic Cipro in the subsequent step curtails the supply of the essential nutrients to the bacterial colonies. Due to this the bacteria starve thus they are not able to survive, ultimately they die. The bacterial colonies are completely eradicated with the effect of this medication.
Dosage
Dosage of generic Cipro is to be taken as 250 mg to 750 mg in a day depending upon the severity of the infection and overall health status of the infected individual. In case of serious bacterial infections the dosage of this Ciprofloxacin medication can be increased up to 750 mg in a day, but only after consulting with the doctor. In pediatric patients the recommended dosage is 100 to 200 mg once in a day. For the people suffering with the kidney or liver disorders the lower doses are suggested, doctor’s consultation is must for these individuals. It is advised to drink more water while taking generic Cipro as it helps the active constituent to dissolve easily and also helps to throw out of the body the unnecessary Ciprofloxacin.
Don’t miss the dosage of this antibiotic drug while on scheduled dose because this may lead to the return of the bacterial infections and this time it would be resistant to this antibiotic drug. Never to take this medication in excessive amount as it may lead to the various health complications. Overdose may result into urination problems, pale skin, weakness, increase in heart beats, or convulsions. Take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor.
Precautions
• If you are allergic to the Ciprofloxacin then please don’t take the generic Cipro.
• Alcohol intake must be lowered if you want to get the complete effect of this medication. Also alcohol intake is being known to interact with the medication content and induce the side effects.
• Eating tobacco or smoking tobacco must be completely stopped as it reacts with this medication, which puts negative impact on the health of the individual.
• Generic Cipro medication should not be taken by the pregnant women because it is harmful to the health of the fetus. In some cases it can even lead to the miscarriage.
• Breast-feeding women are advised not to take this medication as it passes through the milk and produces potential harm to the new born baby.
• People suffering with kidney disorders, heart problems, blood pressure, and liver problems are advised to consult the doctor before taking this medication.
• Generic Cipro should not be taken in combination with that of the Warfarin (Coumadin) and probenecid (Benemid) because it may lead to the delay in the treatment of the bacterial infections.
Side effects
Side effects like rashes on skin, trouble in breathing, hives or dizziness are noted to occur after the intake of the generic Cipro pill. These side effects are generally temporary and they disappear as your body gets used to the dosage of this medication. If any of these side effects persist for the long duration and get troublesome then please stop the intake of this medication instantly and consult the doctor immediately. Common side effects noted after the intake of this medicine are
Common side effects noted after the intake of this medicine are diarrhea, vomiting, easy bruising or bleeding, numbness, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, fever, dizziness, and sleep problems. These side effects are temporary and the ebb away as the patient’s body gets accustomed with the dose of medicine.
Warnings
• Generic Cipro should never be taken in excess to get the faster results because instead of treating the infections it would put adverse impact on other body organs that will deteriorate your overall health status.
• Prolonged intake of this medication is not recommended because it results in health complications.
• Please note that generic Cipro should be used to treat the bacterial infections only. Viral or fungal infections can not be cured with the help of this medicine.
• People having the history of seizures or are suffering with seizures should not take this medication.
• Ingestion of this antibiotic drug together with magnesium/aluminum antacids, or sucralfate, Videx (didanosine) chewable/buffered tablets or pediatric powder, other highly buffered drugs, or with other products containing calcium, iron or zinc should be avoided. Please take this antibacterial drug 6 hours after these medicines.
Amoxicillin - Antibiotic to treat Bacterial Infections
Generic Amoxil is the antibiotic medication that cures bacterial infections. Bacterial infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, sinusitis, infections of intestine such as salmonella (food poisoning), and bronchitis can be cured with the intake of this antibacterial medicine.
Amoxicillin present in this antibiotic drug as a key ingredient acts by culminating the growth of the bacterial colonies and finally destroys them. Generic Amoxil cures the bacterial infections within 5 to 7 days after you start taking this medication. It treats the infections caused by aerobic as well as anaerobic bacteria.
Action mechanism
Generic Amoxil undertakes the task of destroying the bacterial infections completely. Its action mechanism is based on its key ingredient, Amoxicillin, that acts as antibacterial in nature. Firstly the key ingredient mixes with the blood and reaches the area where the bacteria are infecting the host. It then proceeds toward the task of culminating the development of the cell wall in the newly synthesized bacteria. This way the newly grown bacteria are not able to survive and they die. As a result the growth of the bacteria is being completely stopped. In the later step, generic Amoxil cuts down the supply of the essential nutrients to the bacterial colonies. It does this by destroying the transport channel present in the host. The bacteria thus starve and ultimately they die due to this. Thus, with the intake of this medication shows the guaranteed culmination of the bacterial infections.
Dosage
Recommended standard dosage of generic Amoxil is 250 mg thrice in a day. The dosage may be increased or even decreased depending upon the severity of the bacterial infection. Generally in the pediatric patients the dosage is kept as low as 100 mg to 150 mg twice in a day. The dosage can be increased but only in the case of the serious bacterial infections. Doctor’s prescribe 200 to 400 mg dose in a day in case you are suffering with the ear, nose, throat or gastrointestinal infection infections. It is advisable to take this antibiotic drug with water as it helps active constituent, Amoxicillin, to dissolve easily and reach the place of action.
If you are not getting the relief from the prescribed dosage then please consult the doctor before increasing the dosage. Please don’t miss the dose of generic Amoxil frequently because this may lead to the returning of the bacterial infections and this time it may be prone to the medication (generic Amoxil). Remember that this antibacterial medication is the prescription drug so please consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Precautions
• As per the FDA, generic Amoxil is pregnancy B category drug. This means that this drug is safe to be consumed by the pregnant women but only during first 2 months of pregnancy. Later on if the medication is to be taken then consulting the doctor is mandatory before starting the dose.
• Breast-feeding women are advised not to take this drug because it passes through the milk to the new born baby and harms the health adversely.
• Smoking or eating tobacco while on the dosage of the generic Amoxil must be completely stopped as this may delay the treatment of the bacterial infections.
• Alcohol intake must be completely curtailed while taking this antibiotic drug as it may increase the chances of suffering with the side effects.
• If you are allergic to the amoxicillin or any other antibiotic then please don’t the generic Amoxil pill.
• Patients suffering with asthma; liver disease; kidney disease; heart problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, or bleeding or blood clotting disorder are advised to consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Side effects
Generic Amoxil intake may result in the side effects including diarrhea, liver problems, indigestion, pain in joints and muscles, fatigue, drowsiness, swelling of tongue and hives, swollen lips and face, and headache. These side effects generally occur soon after taking the medication and they disappear as your body gets used to the dosage of this medication. If any of these side effects stays on for the long duration and get troublesome then visit your family physician for medical consultation.
Very rarely the side effects like problems in breathing and irregular heartbeat is being noted, but if you notice this then please contact doctor immediately because this could lead to serious health problem.
Warnings
• While taking the amoxicillin drug you must never take the other medication containing erythromycin, tetracycline, minocycline, methotrexate, colestipol, and aholestyramine as it may lead to the combination that would harm the health very adversely.
• Special care should be taken while prescribing the medication to the teenagers and children.
• Never to use this medication for more time than prescribed because it results into the serious health complications.
• Use this generic Amoxil only for curing bacterial infections. It is not effective against the viral and fungal infections.
Amoxicillin present in this antibiotic drug as a key ingredient acts by culminating the growth of the bacterial colonies and finally destroys them. Generic Amoxil cures the bacterial infections within 5 to 7 days after you start taking this medication. It treats the infections caused by aerobic as well as anaerobic bacteria.
Action mechanism
Generic Amoxil undertakes the task of destroying the bacterial infections completely. Its action mechanism is based on its key ingredient, Amoxicillin, that acts as antibacterial in nature. Firstly the key ingredient mixes with the blood and reaches the area where the bacteria are infecting the host. It then proceeds toward the task of culminating the development of the cell wall in the newly synthesized bacteria. This way the newly grown bacteria are not able to survive and they die. As a result the growth of the bacteria is being completely stopped. In the later step, generic Amoxil cuts down the supply of the essential nutrients to the bacterial colonies. It does this by destroying the transport channel present in the host. The bacteria thus starve and ultimately they die due to this. Thus, with the intake of this medication shows the guaranteed culmination of the bacterial infections.
Dosage
Recommended standard dosage of generic Amoxil is 250 mg thrice in a day. The dosage may be increased or even decreased depending upon the severity of the bacterial infection. Generally in the pediatric patients the dosage is kept as low as 100 mg to 150 mg twice in a day. The dosage can be increased but only in the case of the serious bacterial infections. Doctor’s prescribe 200 to 400 mg dose in a day in case you are suffering with the ear, nose, throat or gastrointestinal infection infections. It is advisable to take this antibiotic drug with water as it helps active constituent, Amoxicillin, to dissolve easily and reach the place of action.
If you are not getting the relief from the prescribed dosage then please consult the doctor before increasing the dosage. Please don’t miss the dose of generic Amoxil frequently because this may lead to the returning of the bacterial infections and this time it may be prone to the medication (generic Amoxil). Remember that this antibacterial medication is the prescription drug so please consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Precautions
• As per the FDA, generic Amoxil is pregnancy B category drug. This means that this drug is safe to be consumed by the pregnant women but only during first 2 months of pregnancy. Later on if the medication is to be taken then consulting the doctor is mandatory before starting the dose.
• Breast-feeding women are advised not to take this drug because it passes through the milk to the new born baby and harms the health adversely.
• Smoking or eating tobacco while on the dosage of the generic Amoxil must be completely stopped as this may delay the treatment of the bacterial infections.
• Alcohol intake must be completely curtailed while taking this antibiotic drug as it may increase the chances of suffering with the side effects.
• If you are allergic to the amoxicillin or any other antibiotic then please don’t the generic Amoxil pill.
• Patients suffering with asthma; liver disease; kidney disease; heart problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, or bleeding or blood clotting disorder are advised to consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Side effects
Generic Amoxil intake may result in the side effects including diarrhea, liver problems, indigestion, pain in joints and muscles, fatigue, drowsiness, swelling of tongue and hives, swollen lips and face, and headache. These side effects generally occur soon after taking the medication and they disappear as your body gets used to the dosage of this medication. If any of these side effects stays on for the long duration and get troublesome then visit your family physician for medical consultation.
Very rarely the side effects like problems in breathing and irregular heartbeat is being noted, but if you notice this then please contact doctor immediately because this could lead to serious health problem.
Warnings
• While taking the amoxicillin drug you must never take the other medication containing erythromycin, tetracycline, minocycline, methotrexate, colestipol, and aholestyramine as it may lead to the combination that would harm the health very adversely.
• Special care should be taken while prescribing the medication to the teenagers and children.
• Never to use this medication for more time than prescribed because it results into the serious health complications.
• Use this generic Amoxil only for curing bacterial infections. It is not effective against the viral and fungal infections.
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