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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.
Updated May 2008
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Bronchiectasis: a new look at an old adversary
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Jun 2008
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Bronchiectasis
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Jun 2008
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Ear infections
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Australian Prescriber
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Antibiotic ear drops are usually safe. Some antibiotics can cause problems if they get into the inner part of the ear.
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Apr 2008
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Ear drops and ototoxicity
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Apr 2008
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Toxic shock syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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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.
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Feb 2008
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Trichomoniasis
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Better Health Channel
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Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) caused by the organism Trichomonas vaginalis. Vaginal discharge may be accompanied by burning and itching. If you have trichomoniasis, you will need antibiotics to clear up the infection.
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Jan 2008
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Food - pesticides and other chemicals
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Better Health Channel
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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 Australia are set by food laws and monitored by random supermarket sample surveys.
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Nov 2007
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Medical management of dental and oral pain
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Jun 2007
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Non-specific urethritis - signs and symptoms
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Better Health Channel
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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. It can be treated with antibiotics, but protection against infection by using condoms is best.
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Feb 2007
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Psittacosis - parrot fever
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Better Health Channel
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Psittacosis is a type of lung infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci. This germ is commonly carried by birds of the parrot family including budgerigars, lovebirds and parakeets. This disease can be readily treated with antibiotics.
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Nov 2006
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Pleurisy: treatments
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myDr
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Your doctor will treat pleurisy by treating its cause. Find out what the options are.
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Jun 2006
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Comments for consumers. Management of bite injuries
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Feb 2006
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Management of bite injuries
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Feb 2006
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Thrush
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myDr
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Thrush is an infection with a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans.
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Oct 2005
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Primary immune deficiency disease
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Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
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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.
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Jan 2005
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Breast abscesses
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myDr
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A breast abscess is a collection of pus in the breast usually caused by bacterial infection.
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Jan 2004
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Prescribing issues for Aboriginal people
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Australian Prescriber
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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.
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Oct 2003
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