
Suggest Treatment For Persistent Sore Throat

Question: I've been on Cefdinir since Tuesday for a sore throat and I don't think its working
Brief Answer:
Go for throat swab culture and antibiotic sensitivity
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I have gone through your query; suggest you that better to go for the throat swab culture and antibiotic sensitivity and antibiotic according to its report.
I also suggest you that better to avoid ibuprofen if you don't have pain and instead you may use analgesic antiseptic mouth wash.
You may also add vitamin C 500 mg three times a day.
Thanks
Wish you good health
Go for throat swab culture and antibiotic sensitivity
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I have gone through your query; suggest you that better to go for the throat swab culture and antibiotic sensitivity and antibiotic according to its report.
I also suggest you that better to avoid ibuprofen if you don't have pain and instead you may use analgesic antiseptic mouth wash.
You may also add vitamin C 500 mg three times a day.
Thanks
Wish you good health
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju


I have sinus infection but I might need a stronger antibiotic
Brief Answer:
Nasal decongestant
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I have gone through your follow up query; and if you have sinus infection then there is also need of nasal and systemic nasal decongestant with nasal wash with Netiwash.
For specific antibiotic - go for throat swab and culture sensitivity as mentioned in above answer. Discuss about this with your doctor.
Thanks
Nasal decongestant
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I have gone through your follow up query; and if you have sinus infection then there is also need of nasal and systemic nasal decongestant with nasal wash with Netiwash.
For specific antibiotic - go for throat swab and culture sensitivity as mentioned in above answer. Discuss about this with your doctor.
Thanks
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju

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