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What Could Cause Toe Swelling?
My right big toe has been swollen for a few months . I have consult my family doctor it doesn t help much so I approach to another doctor . He prescribe me with Ampiclox 500mg take before meals 2Capsules four times a day with dressing and cream. And I have diabetic as well as hyper. Doctor please advice. Why I need to take capsules before meals instead of after meals.
Mon, 26 Sep 2016
hi you are a diabetic and your (R) Big toe is swollen for few months. You are taking antibiotics + dressing and a local cream. I think what you have is diabetic foot with wound which is infected. I would recommend daily dressing , antibiotics for a short duration , and most important ,avoid putting weight on it and prevent from any injury. Antibiotics are better absorbed when taken before meals.
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