1. Penicillin – Penicillins are one major class of antibiotics. They are used to treat strep throat and countless other infections. Samples of penicillin are: Ampicillin, Amoxinillin, and Penicillin V. Penicillin is also sold in other names like: Augmentin® (a combination of penicillin with a beta-lactamase inhibitor).

2. Tetracycline – Tetracycline is another family of antibiotics. In is used to treat infections, they are often also used to manage acne. A few of the tetracycline frequently used are Achromycin V (tetracycline), Minocine (minocyline), Vibramycin (doxycycle).

3. Macrolides include both azithromycin (Zithromax) and conventional erythromycins that is manufactured under various brands, including Erythrocin and Ery-Tab).

4. Cephalosporins are another familiar antibiotic [cephalexin (Keflex) and cephaclor (Ceclor).

5. Nitrofurantoin which includes Furadanin, Macrobid, and Macrodantin is another type of antibiotic that is commonly prescribed for infections of the urinary tract.

6. Fluoroquinolones (Cipro and others) are used for a wide variety of conditions. Cipro is ciprofloxacin. Some other fluoroquinolones are Ofloxacin, Lovofloxacin, Norfloxacin. (Nearly all types of antibiotic compounds listed above also have generic counterparts.

7. Sulfa Drugs (sulfonamides) like Septra and Bactrim (genetric name: methoxazole) are used less often nowadays.

The newest antibiotic approved for use in the United States are:

• Ertapentem Sodium (Invanz)

• Telithromycin (Ketek)

• Daptomycin (Cubicin) of the cyclic lipopeptide class

• Linezolid (Zyvox) of the oxazolidinone class

• Quinupristin/Dalfopristin (Synercid) of the streptogramin class

• Vancomycin (Vancocin and Vancoled - classified in the aminoglycoside drug family.) pain medicine and side its effects

There are many medicine used to help you deal with your pain. There are a few that you can get over the counter but most of them you have to get with a prescription.

For Mild to Moderate Pain:

Nonopioids: Acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin and ibuprofen. You can buy many of these over-the-counter (without a prescription). Others need a prescription. Some of these medicines can cause stomach upset. They can also cause bleeding in the stomach, slow blood clotting, and cause kidney problems. Acetaminophen does not cause these side effects, but high doses of it can hurt the liver.

For Moderate to Severe Pain:

Opioids: Morphine, hydromorphone, oxycodone, and codeine. A prescription is needed for these medicines. Nonopioids may be used along with opioids for moderate to severe pain. These may cause constipation, sleepiness, nausea and vomiting or problems with urination or itching. They may also slow breathing, especially when they are first given but this is unusual in people who take opioids on a regular basis for pain.

For Tingling and Burning Pain:

Antidepressants: Amitriptyline, imipramine, doxepin, trazodone. A prescription is needed for these medicines. Taking an antidepressant does not mean that you are depressed or have a mental illness. These medicines may cause dry mouth, sleepiness, and constipation. Some cause dizziness and lightheadedness when standing up suddenly.

Anticonvulsants: Carbamazepine and phenytoin. A prescription is needed for these medicines. Taking an anticonvulsant does not mean that you are going to have convulsions. These may hurt the liver and lower the number of red and white cells in the blood. It is important to have regular blood tests to check for these effects.

For Pain caused by Swelling:

Steroids: Prednisone, dexamethasone. A prescription is needed for these medicines. These may cause fluid to build up in the body. May also cause bleeding and irritation to the stomach. Confusion is a problem for some patients when taking steroids.

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