Antibiotics

Antibiotics can stop some infections and save lives. They only work against infections caused by bacteria, not against any infections caused by viruses. Viruses are the main cause of colds, most coughs and sore throats.

Follow the links below to find information relating to antibiotics.

Reviewed July 2009

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Allergic Reactions to Antibiotics
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Antibiotics and Babies
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Antibiotics and Children
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Antibiotics and Pregnancy
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Antibiotic Resistance
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Penicillin
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Systematic Reviews of Antibiotics
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Title:   Trichomoniasis
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) caused by the organism Trichomonas vaginalis. Vaginal discharge may be accompanied by burning and itching. Men usually do not develop symptoms but they may be the carriers of the infection. Trichomoniasis during pregnancy may lead to low birth weight babies and prematurity.
Date:   May 2009
Title:   Pleurisy: treatments - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Your doctor will treat pleurisy by treating its cause. Find out what the options are.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Subsidised medicines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Since August 2006, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) has been including new listings specifically for the treatment of common conditions in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Date:   Aug 2008
Title:   Bronchiectasis
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   People with bronchiectasis have problems clearing mucus from their lungs. If you have bronchiectasis, it is important to have check-ups with your doctor, especially if you suspect that you may have an infection.
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Bronchiectasis: a new look at an old adversary
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   The management of bronchiectasis is finally advancing and patients have new options in terms of diagnostics, antibiotic therapy and physiotherapy. Patients can experience improved quality of life and health outcomes.
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Non-specific urethritis - signs and symptoms
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Non-specific urethritis (NSU) means any inflammation of a man's urethra that is not caused by gonorrhoea. NSU can be spread to female partners and can cause infertility in both men and women. Symptoms may include a clear or white discharge from the penis, a burning sensation while urinating or pain and swelling in the testicles.
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Toxic shock syndrome
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Toxic shock syndrome is a rare and potentially life-threatening illness, caused by infection with staphylococcus bacteria. Most cases occur in menstruating women. It is thought that tampons may culture the bacteria in the vagina. If you think you may have toxic shock syndrome, stop using tampons immediately and go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital. Toxic shock syndrome can also occasionally develop in men, as a complication after surgery or after childbirth.
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Ear infections
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Antibiotic ear drops are usually safe. Some antibiotics can cause problems if they get into the inner part of the ear.
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Ear drops and ototoxicity
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Ototoxicity is a rare but potentially serious complication of the use of aminoglycoside and other cochleo-toxic ear drops. The approval of fluoroquinolone ear drops means that an alternative to the aminoglycosides is now available for use in the open middle ear.
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Food - pesticides and other chemicals
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Food can be produced using chemicals. Chemicals such as pesticides, antibiotics and hormones are used in plant and animal farming to boost production and ensure adequate food supply. However, residues can be harmful to humans if taken in large amounts. Chemical levels in food are set by law. Some people choose to buy organic produce to avoid pesticide residues. Organic farming grows produce without the use of synthetic chemicals or pesticides.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Psittacosis - parrot fever
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Psittacosis or parrot fever is a type of lung infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci. This germ is commonly carried by wild and domesticated birds of the parrot family including budgerigars, lovebirds and parakeets. Other birds that may harbour the germ include canaries, poultry and pigeons. This disease can be treated with antibiotics. Symptoms in humans may include fever, headache, muscle aches, a dry cough and shortness of breath.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Systematic Reviews of Antibiotics
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of antibiotics.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Medical management of dental and oral pain
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Patients may consult medical practitioners because of painful dental or oral conditions. Medical practitioners need to be aware of common dental and oral diseases in order to manage the patient's pain, but it is even more important to encourage the patient to see a dentist.
Date:   Jun 2007
Title:   Colds: commonsense not antibiotics - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   All you need to know about the common cold and how to relieve symptoms.
Date:   Sep 2006
Title:   Comments for consumers. Management of bite injuries
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   People who are bitten by animals or other people can develop serious infections. If the bite is likely to get infected, a doctor may prescribe a course of antibiotics to try and prevent the infection.
Date:   Feb 2006
Title:   Management of bite injuries
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Most mammalian bites are caused by dogs, cats or humans. Cat and human bites often become infected, so antibiotic prophylaxis should be considered in addition to wound management.
Date:   Feb 2006
Title:   Thrush - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Thrush is an infection with a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans.
Date:   Oct 2005
Title:   Primary immune deficiency disease
Publisher:   Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Description:   Primary immune deficiency diseases are a group of serious disorders in which immune system malfunction causes susceptibility to infection, auto immune diseases and malignancy. There are more than seventy primary immune deficiency diseases, many of which are inherited.
Date:   Jan 2005
Title:   Breast abscesses - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   A breast abscess is a collection of pus in the breast usually caused by bacterial infection.
Date:   Jan 2004
Title:   Prescribing issues for Aboriginal people
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Aboriginal people have higher rates of morbidity and mortality than other Australians and compare poorly to similar populations in other developed countries. In spite of this, access to medicines by Aboriginal people is poor, even for those living in urban areas.
Date:   Oct 2003
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