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Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation?

Prescribed as a treatment for bacterial infections, antibiotics do a great job of killing harmful bacteria. However, they sometimes do their job too well and also kill the beneficial bacteria in your body, especially those found in the gut. One complication of this is constipation, which is defined by infrequent and painful bowel movements. No… Continue reading Can Antibiotics Cause Constipation?

Jessica Guht Mar. 29, 2023

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Cefdinir for UTI: Ten Tips You Need to Know

UTIs can be an incredibly painful problem to deal with, as well as one that usually needs medical intervention in the form of antibiotics in order to get it cleared up as soon as possible.  One antibiotic that is often prescribed for UTIs is Cefdinir, which is a common antibiotic used to treat a range… Continue reading Cefdinir for UTI: Ten Tips You Need to Know

Jessica Guht Jan. 12, 2023

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How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?

Doxycycline is one of the most popular and widely-used drugs on the market today. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, and a big reason it’s so commonly used is that it works very quickly. Many patients wonder how long it takes for doxycycline to kick into action, so we’ve created a guide… Continue reading How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?

Jessica Guht Nov. 09, 2022

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Cephalexin Vs. Amoxicillin: All You Need To Know

Regarding bacterial infections, antibiotics are the standard treatment, with broad-spectrum antibiotics especially appealing because they can treat a range of infections. Amoxicillin and cephalexin are two examples of broad-spectrum antibiotics, and they are often used to treat similar bacterial infections, although there are some differences.  Continue reading to learn more about cephalexin and amoxicillin, including… Continue reading Cephalexin Vs. Amoxicillin: All You Need To Know

Jessica Guht Oct. 04, 2022

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How Long Does Doxycycline Stay in Your System?

Some medications may require you to avoid certain things to prevent harm to yourself and ensure the medicine works effectively. Because of this, knowing how long a medication remains in your system is helpful since it lingers even after the final dose is taken. When it comes to doxycycline, it can remain in your system… Continue reading How Long Does Doxycycline Stay in Your System?

Jessica Guht Oct. 03, 2022

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Can Doxycycline Cause a Yeast Infection?

Doxycycline and other antibiotic medications have been known to cause yeast infections. Yeast infections can be uncomfortable, causing itching and irritation around the vaginal area. However, they are treatable. There are also a few ways to help prevent a yeast infection while taking antibiotics. Read on to learn how to reduce your risk of developing… Continue reading Can Doxycycline Cause a Yeast Infection?

Emily Maeve Milord Sep. 02, 2022

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Doxycycline And Sun Exposure: Everything You Need to Know!

Many antibiotics, such as doxycycline, carry a warning to avoid going in the sun while taking them, which many people may brush aside and ignore. However, your skin can become badly burnt if you are taking doxycycline and don’t protect it, causing further discomfort. Continue reading for a complete overview of doxycycline and sun exposure,… Continue reading Doxycycline And Sun Exposure: Everything You Need to Know!

Jessica Guht Sep. 02, 2022

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Natural Antibiotics: What Are They & Do They Work?

While there is no doubt that antibiotics are effective treatments for many bacterial infections, the increasing rate of antibiotic resistance and unpleasant side effects that accompany them can lead many to search for a different route. Natural antibiotics offer antibacterial properties against certain types of bacteria, potentially providing the closest thing to antibiotics available over… Continue reading Natural Antibiotics: What Are They & Do They Work?

Jessica Guht Sep. 01, 2022

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Tetracycline vs Doxycycline – A Complete Overview

With all the antibiotics available to treat infections, it can be challenging to tell the difference between different types. This is especially true for antibiotics within the same medication class, such as tetracycline and doxycycline. Being in the same class, these two antibiotics function similarly, but they work on different types of infections and may… Continue reading Tetracycline vs Doxycycline – A Complete Overview

Jessica Guht Sep. 01, 2022

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Doxycycline vs. Bactrim – Complete Overview

With all the antibiotics available, it can be hard to tell the difference between them and which one might be best for you. Two types of antibiotics are doxycycline and Bactrim. While they can both treat UTIs, the infections they treat are otherwise entirely different. Each antibiotic also works differently, which causes separate side effects… Continue reading Doxycycline vs. Bactrim – Complete Overview

Jessica Guht Sep. 01, 2022

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How Long Does It Take for Antibiotics to Work?

Anyone who has ever had a bacterial infection, such as an ear infection or UTI, knows how effective antibiotics can be when you are sick at making you feel better. However, sometimes it may feel like the antibiotic is taking too long to start working, which can make you wonder if it is working at… Continue reading How Long Does It Take for Antibiotics to Work?

Jessica Guht Aug. 31, 2022