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Can Amoxicillin And Clavulanate Potassium Effective In The Treatment Of Sinusitis?
I am 27 years old taking no medicines on a regular basis. Starting last Wed had flu like symptoms, body aches have gone away but now have sinus pressure with green drainage. Have been taking dayquil , doesn t seem to be helping sinus pressure. I have a previous script for amoxicillin / clavulanate potassium 875-125mg. Will this help?
Mon, 22 Jan 2018
Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
Bacterial sinusitis is treated with antibiotics.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium are an antibiotic that treat many kind of infection so it can help.
Remember to take the 2 hours after a meal.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-Use a humidifier at home
-Use nasal saline sprays
-Drink plenty of liquids
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help.
Kindly regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
Bacterial sinusitis is treated with antibiotics.
Amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium are an antibiotic that treat many kind of infection so it can help.
Remember to take the 2 hours after a meal.
Some advices that I can give to you are :
-Use a humidifier at home
-Use nasal saline sprays
-Drink plenty of liquids
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help.
Kindly regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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