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Prevention for Vibrio Cholerae |
Azithromycin is a prescription antibiotic that is prescribed to treat numerous common infections. This eMedTV article lists some specific infections that can be treated with azithromycin and discusses azithromycin effects, strengths, and side effects.
Vibrio cholerae is the bacterium that causes cholera. As this eMedTV article explains, Vibrio cholerae is usually transmitted by eating or drinking contaminated food or water. This Web page offers an in-depth look at Vibrio cholerae.
This eMedTV article provides an overview of Mycobacterium leprae, including its history, possible transmission methods, and recent statistics. This bacteria causes leprosy and mainly affects the skin, nerves, and mucous membranes.
Rocephin is a prescription antibiotic that treats and prevents bacterial infections. This eMedTV page explores how Rocephin works, infections it is used to treat -- like meningitis, gonorrhea, and syphilis -- and how and when to take Rocephin.
Yersinia are the bacteria that can cause plague (among other illnesses). This section of the eMedTV library highlights these three important human pathogens: Yersinia pestis, Yersinia enterocolitica, and Yersinia pseudotuberculosis.
Ceftriaxone is a prescription antibiotic that is used to stop and prevent infections. This page from the eMedTV archives offers an overview of ceftriaxone and explains how it works, how it is taken, and what some of its possible side effects are.
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium that can cause illnesses such as sepsis and wound infections. This eMedTV segment discusses sepsis and wound infections and explains the transmission, incubation period, symptoms, and treatment of Vibrio vulnificus.
Vibrio is a family of bacteria that can cause several different illnesses in humans. As this eMedTV page explains, types of Vibrio bacteria include Vibrio cholerae, Vibrio mimicus, and Vibrio vulnificus. This page provides an overview of Vibrio.
As this eMedTV page explains, scarlet fever bacteria are known as group A streptococcus. These bacteria cause more than 10 million mild infections each year. This page offers an overview of scarlet fever bacteria and the conditions they can cause.
As this eMedTV article explains, Haemophilus influenzae type b disease (also known as Hib disease) is a bacterial illness that can cause a potentially fatal brain infection in children. This page discusses Haemophilus influenzae in detail.
Cefdinir is an antibiotic licensed to treat common bacterial infections, such as bronchitis and pneumonia. This eMedTV article discusses other uses of the drug and explains its effects, dosing recommendations, and possible side effects.
Vibrio cholerae bacteria can survive with or without oxygen and can cause cholera, a diarrheal illness. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of the transmission and types of Vibrio cholerae bacteria.
Salmonella typhi is the bacteria responsible for the life-threatening illness known as typhoid fever. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at typhoid fever bacteria, including transmission methods, symptoms, treatment, and prevalence.
Achromycin is a type of antibiotic used for treating certain bacterial infections and acne. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at how Achromycin works, its possible side effects, and potential interactions with other medicines.
This eMedTV page explains that the suggested azithromycin dosage for treating most bacterial infections is 250 mg or 500 mg daily for three to five days. This page also covers dosing for children and for the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases.
Sumycin is an antibiotic that is licensed to treat bacterial infections, H. Pylori infections, and acne. This eMedTV resource further discusses this prescription medication and its uses, effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Prevention for Vibrio Cholerae
Prevention for Vibrio cholerae involves avoiding contaminated water and food. This eMedTV resource offers tips about preventing Vibrio cholerae infection and discusses the two vaccines that are available in some countries.
The scientific name for cholera (an acute, diarrheal illness) is Vibrio cholerae. As this eMedTV article explains, there are two types of Vibrio cholerae. This part of the archives explains why Vibrio cholerae is the scientific name for cholera.
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium is an antibiotic that is available by prescription. This eMedTV article describes the drug in more detail, explains how it works to treat infections, and lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment.
Side Effects of Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium
Common side effects of amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. This eMedTV page also lists potentially serious side effects of the drug that may need medical attention, such as jaundice or severe diarrhea.