2012-10-17, 12:16 AM
Just want to emphasize the comments regarding Z-Packs of antibiotics...for bacterial infections, like staph infections and some forms of bronchitis.
But like Sardines said, please note that antibiotics do not treat viral infections, including the common cold, and usually worsen your condition if you don't have something they can treat as antibiotics also decimate some populations of your natural microbial flora. So only take it if you need, as advised and prescribed by your doctor.
I know this isn't the community where I should have to differentiate between a virus and bacteria and that they're completely different entities with completely different treatments, but it's all too easy to know you have a cold or bronchitis before going to the doctor and DEMANDING they give you a Z-Pack when, in actuality, you have a virus.
But like Sardines said, please note that antibiotics do not treat viral infections, including the common cold, and usually worsen your condition if you don't have something they can treat as antibiotics also decimate some populations of your natural microbial flora. So only take it if you need, as advised and prescribed by your doctor.
I know this isn't the community where I should have to differentiate between a virus and bacteria and that they're completely different entities with completely different treatments, but it's all too easy to know you have a cold or bronchitis before going to the doctor and DEMANDING they give you a Z-Pack when, in actuality, you have a virus.