Patient was educated on how to take Bactrim pill as follows: Take Bactrim pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food and water helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Evenly space out the doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps with maintaining a constant level of the antibiotic in the body, which is [...]
Patient was educated on Bactrim and its mechanism of action as follows: Bactrim is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against number of bacteria causing wide variety of infections, such as, middle ear infections, urinary tract infections, infections of respiratory tract, and the intestines. Bactrim is a combination of two antibiotics, Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole. Folic acid is needed to make the bacterial DNA, RNA, and protein. Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole inhibit synthesis of folic acid in [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Azithromycin as follows: Azithromycin intake can increase the risk for skin rash and photosensitivity. Individuals with history of photosensitivity and taking Azithromycin should avoid natural and bright lights or use sunscreens, to prevent any photosensitive responses from developing. Evenly space out the doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps with maintaining a constant [...]
Check with your doctor regarding safety upon receiving any live vaccinations, as Azithromycin by eliminating natural bacterial flora, could lower the body’s resistance. Live vaccinations could turn virulent in such individuals, precipitating new infections. OTC antacids containing aluminum and magnesium can reduce the absorption of Azithromycin, thereby, compromising the therapeutic effects of the antibiotic. Space Azithromycin out by at least 2 hours from these products to avoid this complication. Discuss with your doctor regarding other [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Azithromycin as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with antibiotics belonging to the macrolide group, such as, Erythromycin and Clarithromycin. Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Azithromycin. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Report to your doctor regarding any persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, and blood or mucus [...]