What are the most effective broad-spectrum antibiotics?

In humans:

• Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (Augmentin)
• Carbapenems (e.g. imipenem)
• Piperacillin/tazobactam.
• Quinolones (e.g. ciprofloxacin)
• Tetracyclines.
• Chloramphenicol.
• Ticarcillin.
• Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)

Is there an OTC antibiotic?

Yes, there are antibiotics that you can get over the counter. These can be found at any local drug store or grocery store pharmacy. That said, only certain types of antibiotics, such as topical antibiotics, are available over the counter.

Can I buy amoxicillin over the counter?

No, you cannot get amoxicillin over the counter. You cannot buy amoxicillin over the counter because it only treats certain conditions that need to be diagnosed by a doctor and it has potentially dangerous side effects and drug interactions. You will need a prescription from a doctor in order to buy amoxicillin.

Is Keflex a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

Cefalexin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means that it is active against a wide variety of germs (bacteria). It is used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, skin infections, chest and throat infections, ear infections and dental infections.

Is Bactrim DS a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

Bactrim and Monurol are different types of antibiotics. Bactrim is a combination of sulfonamide (a “sulfa” drug) and a folic acid inhibitor and Monurol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic.

Is Keflex stronger than amoxicillin?

Is cephalexin or amoxicillin stronger? When dosed appropriately, both antibiotics are effective against their covered organisms. The organism coverage of cephalexin makes it effective in some conditions that amoxicillin is not, including mastitis and bone and joint infections.

Is Augmentin a broad spectrum antibiotic?

Amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) is a broad-spectrum antibacterial that has been available for clinical use in a wide range of indications for over 20 years and is now used primarily in the treatment of community-acquired respiratory tract infections.

Is clindamycin a broad spectrum antibiotic?

Clindamycin is a broad spectrum antibiotic used orally, topically and parenterally for bacterial infections due to sensitive organisms. Clindamycin has been linked to rare instances of acute liver injury.

Are there any over-the-counter Oral antibiotics available?

Over-the-counter (OTC) oral antibiotics are not approved in the U.S. A bacterial infection is best treated with a prescription antibiotic that is specific for the type of bacteria causing the infection. This will increase the chances that the infection is cured and help to prevent antibiotic resistance.

Which is the broadest spectrum antibiotic?

Broad spectrum antibiotic is one which covers GRAM POSITIVE, GRAM NEGATIVE, ANAROBES and ATIPICAL PATHOGENS…. PRESENTLY third generation antibiotics CEFTRIAXONE, CEFTAZEDIME, CEFOTAXIM and PANAMS are broadest sectrum anti biotics….

Are anti-antibiotics the right choice for all infections?

Antibiotics are not the correct choice for all infections. For example, most sore throats, cough and colds, flu or acute sinusitis are viral in origin (not bacterial) and do not need an antibiotic.

What antibiotics can be used on the skin?

However, there are a few OTC topical antibiotics that can be used on the skin to help prevent infections from minor scrapes, burns and wounds, such as: neomycin/polymyxin/pramoxine (Neosporin Plus), which also contains pramoxine, a mild numbing medication.