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About Antibiotics
Antibiotics are medications designed to treat infections caused by bacteria. Sometimes called antibacterials, they refer to any medication that can effectively kill bacteria or stop the bacteria from reproducing, thus treating conditions caused by bacteria. They can sometimes be prescribed to prevent bacterial infections as well. There are seven types of prescription antibiotics.
What antibiotics treat
Antibiotics are used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria. It is sometimes difficult to determine if the infection is caused by a bacteria or a virus because symptoms for both infections may be similar.
Doctors will assess the situation and conduct the necessary examinations to determine the best course of action for the particular infection. This may require a blood or urine test.
Types of antibiotics available online
Penicillins
Penicillins are the most commonly prescribed antibiotic. Penicillins are prescribed to treat various bacterial infections, including strep throat and other upper respiratory tract infections, bacterial pneumonia, gonorrhea, UTIs, and more.
Cephalosporins
Macrolides
Tetracyclines
How antibiotics work
The antibiotics you are prescribed will depend on the type of bacteria causing the infection.
Antibiotics use a variety of different mechanisms to eliminate or neutralize bacteria, but they generally work by:
Directly killing bacteria by weakening their cell walls until they burst and die
Inhibiting vital process that allow bacteria to grow and spread new cells
Hampering a bacteria’s ability to repair any damage to its DNA, such that it dies
When taken as prescribed, antibiotics are generally well tolerated. They can, however, still cause some side effects.
Different antibiotics will have different side effects. Generally, the most common side effects of antibiotics include
Abdominal pain and discomfort
Vomiting
Dizziness
Photosensitivity (more common with tetracyclines)
Fungal infections: Because antibiotics kill off protective bacteria in your body, they can allow certain fungal infections to form, including thrush and vaginal yeast infections.
Speak to one of our convenient online doctors about treatment if you develop these symptoms.
The following conditions and substances may interfere with the efficacy of antibiotics or cause further complications:
Alcohol
Grapefruit juice
Excess calcium, sugars, or yeasts
Being pregnant or breastfeeding
Many antibiotics are safe for pregnant women, but some can be harmful, so tell your doctor if you’re pregnant.
Some antibiotics may affect the effectiveness of other medications you are taking. For example, the antibiotic rifampin can affect the birth control pill’s effectiveness. This is the only antibiotic known to reduce the effect of birth control pills, usually prescribed for tuberculosis. Aside from rifampin, you should not have any problems taking an antibiotic while on birth control.
Antibiotics risks
Antibiotics are generally safe, but there are some risks if you have other medical conditions or take certain medications.
One of the main risks of taking antibiotics is developing antibiotic resistance. This can occur if you don’t complete the full course of antibiotics prescribed to you.
Tell your doctor if you’re pregnant. There are many antibiotics that are safe for pregnant women, but some can be harmful.
Antibiotics drug interactions
When you begin a new medication, make sure to tell your doctor about any other medications, supplements, or herbs you’re taking.
Some antibiotics may affect the effectiveness of other medications you are taking. For example, the antibiotic rifampin can affect the effectiveness of the birth control pill.
Antibiotics FAQs
Take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor. The length of antibiotic treatment and the dosage will depend on your infection type. Based on your type of infection, antibiotics may be prescribed between 3 to 14 days. Complete the course of antibiotics as instructed to avoid a lingering infection. Antibiotics may be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Your initial MOUD appointment is the induction visit. In order to track your tolerance and make any required dosage modifications, your doctor will prescribe a seven-day supply of buprenorphine-naloxone (Suboxone) during this visit.
If the follow-up appointment is finished within 14 days, it is covered by the initial visit's fee. You will switch to monthly appointments following induction.
You can get antibiotics online by getting a prescription from a board-certified doctor. Before writing your antibiotic prescription, the doctor will diagnose your infection and take your medical history. If their medical judgment leads them to think you have a bacterial infection, they’ll send a prescription straight to your pharmacy.
We make it easy to speak with a knowledgeable doctor online for antibiotics.
Book a doctor’s appointment that is convenient for your schedule.
Discuss your medical history and symptoms with your doctor online, who will diagnose your symptoms and provide a treatment plan.
If your doctor decides to prescribe you antibiotics, your prescription will be sent to your local pharmacy for you to pick up.
If you get a prescription for antibiotics, you may feel tired and/or fatigued after taking them. This may be a symptom of whatever infection is being treated by the antibiotics or a significant but rare side-effect of the antibiotic itself.
Luckily, tiredness is not a common side effect of most antibiotics. Some antibiotics are more likely to cause fatigue than others, including:
Azithromycin (Zithromax, Z-Pak)
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro, Proquin)
Amoxicillin (Amoxil)
Antibiotics are potent drugs that can start working quickly. For this reason, there are some misunderstandings regarding the length of time it takes antibiotics to work.
Antibiotics begin working as soon as you take them; relief begins within one to three days, but you should continue to take them for the duration as instructed by your doctor so they can fully fight off your infection.
Generally, you should start to feel better within 48 hours. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve by 48 hours, you should see the doctor for a follow-up appointment to discuss next steps. Be sure to follow your doctor’s advice, as some infections require in-person care if symptoms worsen at any time. Your doctor will be able to provide you clear instructions as to what to watch out for.
Allergic reactions can happen with antibiotics and any medication. Allergic reactions to antibiotics can be mild, but some can be very serious and require immediate medical attention.
If you are allergic to a certain antibiotic, you will react to it almost immediately after administration. Symptoms can vary in type and severity, from a rash (hives), to trouble breathing, and swelling in the tongue and throat. If you have a severe allergic reaction to an antibiotic, known as anaphylaxis, this can be life-threatening. If you develop these symptoms, you should seek in-person medical attention immediately.
Another type of allergic reaction that can occur with antibiotics is Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a severe illness affecting your mucus membranes and skin. Stevens-Johnson syndrome starts with flu-like symptoms, including sore throat and fever, and can progress to a painful rash that quickly spreads and causes blisters. The top layer of your skin shedding may follow this.
Other symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:
Skin pain
Hives
Coughing
Swelling in your tongue or face
Pain in your throat and mouth
If you develop signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, you should stop taking the antibiotic immediately and seek in-person medical advice straight away.
For most infected wounds, you should seek medical treatment. Wounds should look and feel better as time goes on. If a wound looks or feels worse, it is likely infected. Specific symptoms of wound infection include:
Skin around the wound is red or hot
Swelling
Oozing pus (a yellowish liquid)
Redness may spread to other areas, often in streaks
Aches, pains, or fever
Malaise
If you experience any severe symptoms of wound infection, you should seek immediate medical care since infections can become life-threatening if improperly treated.
Infected wounds that aren’t treated properly can worsen, leading to loss of limbs or even death. Potential complications from untreated wound infections include:
Cellulitis, an infection of deeper tissues that can travel through your blood
Sepsis, a severe and potentially life-threatening infection of the blood
Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating disease, which leaves large areas of skin painful and damaged
Our doctors frequently prescribe antibiotics for wound infections if deemed safe enough to do so over telemedicine, which can heal the infection quickly and help you avoid any serious complications.
Antibiotics are potent drugs whose efficacy feels almost instantaneous. For this reason, there are some misunderstandings regarding the length of time it takes antibiotics to work.
Antibiotics begin working as soon as you take them; relief begins within one to three days, but you should continue to take them for 7 to 14 days depending on the severity of infection.
Generally, you should start to feel better within 48 hours. If your symptoms get worse or do not improve within 48 hours, it is likely you are not suffering from a bacterial infection. You should see the doctor for follow up treatment.
Most antibiotics do not affect birth control, but it’s important to know which antibiotics do interfere with your birth control and to consult with a physician if you are unsure.
To date, the only antibiotic that is known to reduce the effect of birth control pills is rifampin, which is usually prescribed as a treatment for tuberculosis. Rifampin can decrease estrogen levels in your birth control pill, reducing the pill’s ability to suppress ovulation. Aside from rifampin, you should not have any problems taking an antibiotic while on birth control.
Allergic reactions can happen with antibiotics and any medication. Allergic reactions to antibiotics can be relatively mild, but some can be very serious and require immediate medical attention.
If you are allergic to a certain antibiotic, you will react to it almost immediately after administration. Symptoms differ based on the person, but most allergic reactions manifest in the form of hives, trouble breathing, and swelling in the tongue and throat. If you have a severe allergic reaction to an antibiotic, known as anaphylaxis, this can be life-threatening. If you develop these symptoms you should seek medical attention immediately.
Another type of allergic reaction that can occur with antibiotics is Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious illness affecting your mucus membranes and skin. Stevens-Johnson syndrome starts out with flu-like symptoms, including sore throat and fever and can progress to a painful rash that quickly spreads and causes blisters. This may be followed by the top layer of your skin shedding.
Other symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:
Skin pain
Hives
Coughing
Swelling in your tongue or face
Pain in your throat and mouth
If you develop signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome you should stop taking the antibiotic immediately and seek medical advice straight away.
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For a minor wound infection, it may be enough to keep the wound clean and dry and apply an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment. For most infected wounds, you should seek medical treatment. Wounds should look and feel better as time goes on. If a wound looks or feels worse, it is likely infected. Specific symptoms of wound infection include:
Skin around the wound is red or hot
Swelling
Oozing pus (a yellowish liquid)
Redness may spread to other areas, often in streaks
Aches, pains, or fever
Malaise
If you experience any severe symptoms of wound infection, you should seek immediate medical care since infections can become life=threatening if improperly treated.
Infected wounds that aren’t treated properly can become progressively worse, leading to loss of limbs or even death. Potential complications from untreated wound infections include:
Cellulitis, an infection of deeper tissues which can travel through your blood
Sepsis, a severe and potentially life-threatening infection of the blood
Necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating disease, which leaves large areas of skin painful and damaged
Doctors frequently prescribe antibiotics for wound infection, including:
Amoxicillin-clavulanate (Augmentin, Augmentin-Duo)
Cephalexin (Keflex)
Clindamycin (Cleocin)
Dicloxacillin
Doxycycline (Doryx)
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra)