Upper Respiratory Infection

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Best antibiotic upper respiratory infection

Sometimes, doctors prescribe the best antibiotics to treat upper respiratory infection. However, if a bacterial-specific infection is suspected or diagnosed, only then will doctors prescribe antibiotics. Streptococci throat (tonsillitis), epiglottitis or bacterial sinusitis is associated with upper respiratory tract infection. It is left to the discretion of the treating doctor for administering specially-formulated antibiotics to treat specific upper respiratory tract infections.

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Posted by roman - May 11, 2010 at 5:22 am

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Bactrim upper respiratory infection

The generic name “sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim" is better known as “Bactrim" – one of the leading brands used in the treatment of upper respiratory infection. Different types of bacterial infections can be treated with these antibiotic ingredients. In addition to treating upper respiratory infection, bactrim cam also treat ear infections; urinary tract infections; bronchitis; pneumocystic canii pneumonia and traveler’s diarrhea. However, for asthmatics; people with liver/kidney diseases; breast-feeding/pregnant mothers; people allergic to the 2 antibiotics in bactrim and those with folic acid deficiency, bactrim is not recommended.

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Posted by roman - May 7, 2010 at 1:26 pm

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Bacterial upper respiratory infection

URI, or bacterial upper respiratory tract infection, is an acute and common illness. It affects the larynx, pharynx, sinuses and nasal passages that make up the upper respiratory tract. Evaluation for URI is usually done in an out-patient setting with severity of the ailment ranging from the self-limiting and mild catarrh syndrome of the nasopharynx, to the life-threatening illness called epigottitis. Targeted therapy is recommended for fighting upper respiratory tract infections which are caused by viruses.

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Posted by roman - May 7, 2010 at 1:21 pm

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Augmentin upper respiratory infection

Make sure that you inquire with your doctor to enquire if augmentin is good for your upper respiratory tract infection. Augmentin is mostly used for the treatment of lower respiratory tract infection.However augmentin can also be used for the treatment of upper respiratory tract infection.

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Posted by roman - May 7, 2010 at 5:19 am

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Antibiotic upper respiratory infection

URI is the term used for the Upper respiratory tract infection. Probiotics are used for the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections. However, the use of antibiotics for the treatment of UTI is greatly discouraged.

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Posted by roman - May 4, 2010 at 7:56 pm

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Animal upper respiratory infection

Most of the upper respiratory tract infection in animals are contagious and it is crucial that you seggregate other animals from your infection.Feline upper respiratory infection is used to refer to the infection in the cats. Kennel cough is common among dogs.

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Posted by roman - May 4, 2010 at 7:40 pm

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Is it normal to have diarea after an upper respiratory infection

No it is not common to have diarrhea with an upper respiratory tract infection. Runny nose, stuffiness, sore throat and fever are mostly associated with the upper respiratory tract infection.

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Posted by roman - March 1, 2010 at 3:18 pm

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Is upper respiratory infection contagious?

Yes. It is contagious. Proper isolation is a must. Feline infections in cars are also contagious

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Posted by roman - March 1, 2010 at 3:17 pm

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How long are you off work with an upper respiratory infection

You will show the symptoms for 7-10 days. Fever with upper respiratory tract infection usually runs for around three days. Make sure that you stay off of work for at least 3 days.

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Posted by roman - March 1, 2010 at 3:16 pm

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What is upper respiratory infection

The infection involving the upper respiratory tract is denoted as upper respiratory tract infection. This includes sinuses, nose, Pharynx and larynx.The infection is highly contagious.

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Posted by roman - March 1, 2010 at 3:15 pm

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Is Bronchitis Contagious