What are the most commonly used antibiotics?

What are the most commonly used antibiotics?

While there are over 100 types of antibiotics, there are 10 antibiotics that are most commonly used:

• Amoxicillin/Clavulanate.
• Clindamycin.
• Cephalexin.
• Ciprofloxacin.
• Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim.
• Metronidazole.
• Levofloxacin.
• Doxycycline.

What do kids take antibiotics for?

The following illnesses may warrant a course of antibiotics for children:

• Strep throat.
• Bacterial sinusitis.
• Bacterial pneumonia.
• Some types of ear infections (more below)
• Impetigo.
• Bacterial skin infections.
• Urinary tract and bladder infections.

What is the safest antibiotic to take?

Penicillins are the oldest of the antibiotics and are generally safe (but they can cause side effects such as diarrhea, skin rash, fever and more). FQs are the newest group of antibiotics.

What is the best antibiotic for viral infection?

The drugs used for viral infection are Acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), and valacyclovir (Valtrex) are effective against herpesvirus, including herpes zoster and herpes genitalis.

What antibiotic is better than amoxicillin?

Because it contains clavulanate, Augmentin can treat some strains of bacteria that may be resistant to traditional antibiotics. As a result, the drug may be more effective for a wider range of bacteria. Doctors may prescribe Augmentin to treat the same infections as amoxicillin.

Is amoxicillin safer than penicillin?

Amoxicillin is able to get rid of a broader range of bacteria compared to penicillin. Although both antibiotics are effective against streptococci, amoxicillin is more effective against E. coli and H.

When are antibiotics appropriate for kids?

For children aged 6 months to 2 years , antibiotics are typically reserved for more serious infections-the child has a fever of 102° F or higher, for example, or has pain that isn’t relieved by OTC medications.

Do children with otitis media need antibiotics?

Children with acute otitis media usually get better quickly with pain relievers and self-care measures. Sometimes antibiotics are also needed. Children who develop glue ear and other complications may need additional treatments. Most children with acute otitis media will complain of ear pain.

Should my kid take antibiotics for an ear infection?

According to the AAP guidelines, all babies under 6 months who develop an ear infection should be treated with antibiotics . Kids between 6 months and 2 years also should get antibiotics if their pediatrician is certain they have an ear infection.