Antibiotic Meds

Antibiotic Meds are strong anti-infection drugs. When taken, they can save lives. They either prevent bacteria reproduction or remove them. Our immune system can get rid of bacteria. It is before they grow and produce symptoms. White blood cells attack harmful bacteria. The immune system can deal with symptoms. They can stop the illness if symptoms develop.

There are some hazardous microbes. Their number surpasses the immune system’s ability to combat them. Then they aid your body. Penicillin was the first discovered. Penicillin G is a drug derived from Penicillin.

These drugs treat infections. These are Syphilis and a few cases of Meningitis. They treat skin and other infections of the urinary tract.

Many classes of such drugs are available. Some types work best for certain types of bacterial infections. Common drugs come in various forms:

• Tablets or pills
• Capsules
• Liquids
• Ointments
• Creams

Uses of Antibiotic Meds

Some bacterial infections get treated or prevented using these drugs. They are ineffective against viral infections. These are influenza and the common cold. Doctors prescribe these drugs to treat it.

• Not severe yet. It is unlikely that these drugs will treat it. Such as acne.
• Not severe yet. It could spread to other people if not treated. Such as impetigo, a skin infection, or Chlamydia, an STD.
• There is evidence that they could enhance the recovery process. For example, a kidney infection.

Doctors prescribe them if you go through any surgery. They may recommend a course if you have bite wounds. If you undergo any cancer treatment, you will need these drugs.

The working mechanism of Antibiotic Meds

They function by inhibiting primary bacterial activities. So, they kill or prevent the bacteria to multiply. The immune system of the body fights bacterial infection. It assists in this process. Many are effective against some types of bacteria.

• These drugs are effective against different microbes. They are broad-spectrum drugs.
• Narrow-spectrum is one type of this drug. They impact only some bacterial species. They are such as Penicillin.
• Various drugs function in different ways. For example, Penicillin damages the cell walls of bacteria. Some other drugs can change the functions of a bacterial cell.

Types of Antibiotic Meds

There are many drugs available. Each comes with a different brand name. Common drugs get categorized based on their way of working. Each type is effective only against certain bacteria or parasites. So different types treat many infections. Penicillin and Tetracycline are the most prevalent drugs.

Side effects

The most prevalent side effect of these drugs is indigestion. Taking them may impact some people’s digestive systems. They result in the following adverse effects such as:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Rash
• Stomach upset

A digestive, oral, and vaginal fungal infection may become worse. It is by certain drugs or their extended use. A few uncommon side effects are:

• Kidney stones may occur if you take Sulfonamides
• Hearing loss may happen if you take some of these drugs
• Irregular blood coagulation due to some drugs

Specific people may have intestinal inflammation. It can cause severe diarrhea. In rare cases, Penicillin may induce bowel inflammation.