Antibiotic Throat Lozenges- 43 Questions Answered

Whenever I get cold, or sore throat I go to my family physician. She always prescribes me cough syrup and antibiotics. I an 19 year old girl, and do not want take so much antibiotics. One of my teacher suggested a lozenge for my throat. I want to know how to cure acute bronchitis with these throat lozenges?

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Dr. Kamal Goyal ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Delhi

Visit ENT and Chest Specialist Get yourself examined n go for proper management Nasal breathing exercises are of great help along with medical management. ... Read More

Can lozenges be used during breastfeeding? Kindly suggest for throat infection. My wife is having cold and throat infection. Is it safe during lactation???

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Dr. Baisali Sarkar ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Kolkata

Gurgling with Povidine Iodine. Benedryl cough syrup ... Read More

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Can I take Tusq lozenges during pregnancy? My doctor has prescribed the same for me

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Which is the best antibiotic for throat infection? Symptoms are soar throat, blocked nose, itching sensation and pain in throat and slight fever

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I’ve had strep throat and started antibiotics 2 days ago. I just looked at my tonsil in the mirror, and it is much more yellow than it was before I started my meds. Is this normal or is it possible that the antibiotics aren’t working? Thank you.

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Dr. Varun Mathur Internal Medicine | Jaipur

I would like to know more info and history. It would be great if we can continue on my private window so that I can give you complete treatment chart along with diet chart , audio’s and videos.. ... Read More

I drank cold water and I have throat infection, please suggest medicines for relief in pain and swallowing problem, and antibiotics for recovery

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Indore

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Tonsillo pharyngitis Conuslt in person ... Read More

I had tonsillitis which did not get cured after two courses of antibiotics. I have done betadine gargles and warm water gargles. But still it is not getting fine. I see what patches at back of the throat and on tonsils. What should I do ?

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Dr. Geetmoni Deka Pathak ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Guwahati

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What antibiotics did you took ? Kindly mention. Please send a photo of the tonsils . ... Read More

I wanted to know if i have to spit the saliva or keep it long or shallow it while rolling the lozenges...

Asked for Male, 25 Years 228 Views v

Dr. Pankaj Malakar General Physician | Guwahati

You don't need to spit it out. ... Read More

Last night while coughing i think the lozenge went down my trachea and not oesophagus... But i did not cough or choke ..i had no difficulty in breathing... After 5 mins my abdomen had a little pain which went away after taking an antacid and i slept fine too but still want to ask should i consult a doctor?

Asked for Female, 20 Years 280 Views v

Dr. Trishna Chitnis Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Mumbai

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Since you don’t have difficulty in breathing, it is less likely that the lozenge is stuck in your airway. It has most probably just irritated and your airway and then gone down your food passage. If y ... Read More

I have had severe throat pain since last week. Noticed a small bump near the right tonsil area. I also have chills and feel feverish. Went to the Dr. They checked for flu and COVID which comes -ve. Tested throat culture and results didn't come yet. Dr said that bump near the tonsil looks like a fluid filled bump. he didn't concern about it much.

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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya General Physician | Rajahmundry

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Looks like a polyp...need few more details please consult for further details ... Read More

I have throat infection and fever doctor gave me augmentin 625 antibiotic after taking antibiotic I'm feeling nausea and vomited twice is it due to antibiotic

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My baby is 6 month old and I am breastfeeding. I have a dry cough, is it okay to take cofsils lozenges while I have continuous cough. If so, how many times a day can I have it. And is it okay to have it while sleeping as the cough is intense while sleeping!

Asked for Female, 29 Years 279 Views v

Dr. Abdul Rasheed General Physician | Bangalore

There's no clear view about its usage during breastfeeding,though generally regarded as safe if used .Use warm water with salt gargling ,drink sips of warm water when you have a bout of cough ... Read More

Having mild soar throat and mild cold cough , attached the blood report . Antibiotics is needed or home treatment like nebulizing and gargling is enough

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Dr. Ankur Gupta General Physician | Chandigarh

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Take anti allergic tablet and home treatment. ... Read More

My husband having severe nasal congestion, runny nose ,throat infection and occasional cough since Saturday. Yesterday visited hospital and doctor gave tab azithral 500mg, t.sinarest and t.montek lc now throat infection got cured. We afraid to take azithral (antibiotics). Is it necessary to take antibiotics?

Asked for Male, 34 Years 184 Views v

Dr. Pandian General Surgeon | Kanchipuram

Yes Take Azithromycin ... Read More

My wife is 5 weeks pregnant n having cough and cold so I want to know how safe is to use TUSQ D cough lozenges

Asked for Male, 26 Years 1023 Views v

Dr. Apurva Kandwal Gynecologist | Dehradun

It is safe. Do not overuse. ... Read More

Which antibiotic is safe for ckd stage 4 patient for throat infection amoxicilin+ potassium clavunate or azithromycin

Asked for Male, 61 Years 532 Views v

Dr. Shashidhar Shree Niwas Nephrologist | Gurgaon

Depends on patients clinical profiled ... Read More

My frnd took alcohol last night and since then he has sore throat,what can help him?...any OTC lozenges?

Asked for Male, 20 Years 262 Views v

Dr. Vardhan Garg Pulmonologist | Dehradun

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Do betadine gargles 3 times a day. For medical prescription consult now ... Read More

Past two weeks I'm suffering from throat discomfort, mucus conjunction. Back of the throat seems slightly inflamated. No cough,no runny nose only mild pain. I'm doing gargling and lozenges not much difference

Asked for Male, 34 Years 255 Views v

Dr. Oliyath Ali ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Delhi

If its happening for two weeks then u need to have a consultation to know the cause. It may be due to allergy, laryngopharyngeal reflux, PND, etc. I suggest u to gurgle with betadine diluted in half g ... Read More

Whether antibiotic can many times due to frequnt uti or throat problem can lead to kidney lever failure Taking itracanazole continuously can lead to kidney failure Thanks

Asked for Male, 37 Years 122 Views v

Dr. Sumanta Kumar Mishra Urologist | Bhubaneswar

Yes,Some medications do have side effect on kidney function. ... Read More

Hello doctor, I have taken till now 50 antibiotics tablet like zifi 200 zipod 200 and others but still not well my throat is red rashes and pain Bellow Adams apple is antibiotics will harm me as I got vitamin B12 deficiency don't know bcoz of antibiotics are else

Asked for Male, 40 Years 301 Views v

Dr. Vishal Parmar ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon | Ahmedabad

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Plz get your haemoglobin done.. Also require more details if there's heartburn or not ... Read More

Feeling dryness in throat that also cause cough.after drinking water,I feel better.it occurs many times in a day.i also tried lozenges,but no relief.

Asked for Male, 34 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

You seem to be suffering from post viral cough which is common type of dry cough syndrome after an attack of viral upper respiratory tract infection. Usually it will resolve on its own within few days ... Read More

I've been having throat problems for 3 days now. Everytime I swallow, it feels like my throat is contracting even if I only swallow my saliva. At times I would cough but no phlegm would go out yet I know there is phlegm tho. I took lozenges to temporarily ease the disturbing feeling. Does the weather have something to do with this? How will I feel

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Dachuri Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Bangalore

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It could be acid reflux. Contact with your ent surgeon and get a laryngoscopy done ... Read More

Have a bad throat infection with dry cough. I'm traveling in Singapore. I tried lozenges for the last few days and I have Ascoril cough syrup and some Augumentin in hand. Can I use that ?

Asked for Male, 38 Years 62 Views v

Dr. Nagidi Durga Prasad General Practitioner | Guntur

Ya sure u can use that no problem Agumentin 2times/day ... Read More

I've been taking antibiotics for three times now, and i only get sore throat, should i continue or should i stop right now ? Thx.

Asked for Male, 20 Years 354 Views v

Dr. Kanika Verma Ayurveda | Thane

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Hi, The question is a little unclear. I assume that you are taking medicines for cough and cold. If not, please ignore this answer. You can try Ayurveda treatment for cough and cold. It is safe to tr ... Read More

Hi my mother is suffering from stage 4 breast cancer and recently a result showed the presence of staphylococcus aureus in her body for which she was given ciplox 500. Today we consulted a doctor who gave her ceftum 500 for throats infection. And he asked to take both the antibiotics together. Is it okay to take both these tablets together ciplox(1

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Asked for Female, 47 Years 158 Views v

Dr. Aravind S Kapali General Surgeon | Bangalore

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I'm going to undergo iui.. Now I'm on letrozole 4th day.. Now I'm feeling throat infection can I take azithromycin antibiotic is it safe prior to iui

Asked for Female, 29 Years 565 Views v

Dr. Priyanka Suhag Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Delhi

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Yes u can ... Read More

I had shingles in my mouth in May 2016. I am still suffering with a dry, ticky throat. Is this normal after all this time? I have tried all kinds of medicine and lozenges, but nothing helps.

Asked for Female, 63 Years 147 Views v

Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Bangalore

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It is unlikely that shingles one year back has anything to do with chronic dry sticky throat. Chronic dryness of throat can occur because of many reasons including salivary gland hypo function, laryng ... Read More

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Can lozenges be used during breastfeeding? Kindly suggest for throat infection. My wife is having cold and throat infection. Is it safe during lactation???

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Can I take Tusq lozenges during pregnancy? My doctor has prescribed the same for me

Which is the best antibiotic for throat infection? Symptoms are soar throat, blocked nose, itching sensation and pain in throat and slight fever

I’ve had strep throat and started antibiotics 2 days ago. I just looked at my tonsil in the mirror, and it is much more yellow than it was before I started my meds. Is this normal or is it possible that the antibiotics aren’t working? Thank you.

I drank cold water and I have throat infection, please suggest medicines for relief in pain and swallowing problem, and antibiotics for recovery

I had tonsillitis which did not get cured after two courses of antibiotics. I have done betadine gargles and warm water gargles. But still it is not getting fine. I see what patches at back of the throat and on tonsils. What should I do ?

I wanted to know if i have to spit the saliva or keep it long or shallow it while rolling the lozenges...

I have throat infection and fever doctor gave me augmentin 625 antibiotic after taking antibiotic I'm feeling nausea and vomited twice is it due to antibiotic

My baby is 6 month old and I am breastfeeding. I have a dry cough, is it okay to take cofsils lozenges while I have continuous cough. If so, how many times a day can I have it. And is it okay to have it while sleeping as the cough is intense while sleeping!

Having mild soar throat and mild cold cough , attached the blood report . Antibiotics is needed or home treatment like nebulizing and gargling is enough

My wife is 5 weeks pregnant n having cough and cold so I want to know how safe is to use TUSQ D cough lozenges

Which antibiotic is safe for ckd stage 4 patient for throat infection amoxicilin+ potassium clavunate or azithromycin

My frnd took alcohol last night and since then he has sore throat,what can help him?...any OTC lozenges?

Past two weeks I'm suffering from throat discomfort, mucus conjunction. Back of the throat seems slightly inflamated. No cough,no runny nose only mild pain. I'm doing gargling and lozenges not much difference

Whether antibiotic can many times due to frequnt uti or throat problem can lead to kidney lever failure Taking itracanazole continuously can lead to kidney failure Thanks

Hello doctor, I have taken till now 50 antibiotics tablet like zifi 200 zipod 200 and others but still not well my throat is red rashes and pain Bellow Adams apple is antibiotics will harm me as I got vitamin B12 deficiency don't know bcoz of antibiotics are else

Feeling dryness in throat that also cause cough.after drinking water,I feel better.it occurs many times in a day.i also tried lozenges,but no relief.

Have a bad throat infection with dry cough. I'm traveling in Singapore. I tried lozenges for the last few days and I have Ascoril cough syrup and some Augumentin in hand. Can I use that ?

I've been taking antibiotics for three times now, and i only get sore throat, should i continue or should i stop right now ? Thx.

I'm going to undergo iui.. Now I'm on letrozole 4th day.. Now I'm feeling throat infection can I take azithromycin antibiotic is it safe prior to iui

I had shingles in my mouth in May 2016. I am still suffering with a dry, ticky throat. Is this normal after all this time? I have tried all kinds of medicine and lozenges, but nothing helps.

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