AnswersDrivePenicillin is not used in the treatment of chlamydia. However a range of other antibiotics can effectively cure chlamydia, in some cases only requiring a single dose. Chlamydia is a bacterial infection and is treated with antibiotic medications. They kill the bacteria and prevent their growth.
Can you use penicillin to treat gonorrhea?
Health officials say they're worried that one day there will be no more antibiotics left to treat gonorrhea. "Gonorrhea used to be susceptible to penicillin, ampicillin, tetracycline and doxycycline — very commonly used drugs," said Jonathan Zenilman, who studies infectious diseases at Johns Hopkins.
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Can penicillin cure sexually transmitted diseases?
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These STDs are treated with antibiotics. Failure to treat chlamydia or gonorrhea can result in permanent damage to your reproductive organs and an inability to get pregnant. Syphilis : Penicillin is the preferred treatment for syphilis.
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Which antibiotics are used for STDS?
N gonorrhoeae in the United States is not adequately susceptible to penicillins, fluoroquinolones, or erythromycin for these antimicrobials to be recommended.
- Ceftriaxone (Rocephin)
- Azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax)
- Cefixime (Suprax)
- Doxycycline (Vibramycin, Doxy)
- Erythromycin ophthalmic (Ilotycin Ophthalmic)
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What color is the discharge of chlamydia?
The discharge may be yellow or milky white. Chlamydia microbes can infect the urethra and cause a urinary tract infection (UTI), which can manifest itself in pain during urination (most commonly a 'burning' sensation), as well as sudden, desperate urges to urinate.
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What STDS are treated with amoxicillin?
- Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are bacterial STDs/STIs that can be treated with antibiotics given either orally or by injection.
- Genital Herpes. Genital herpes outbreaks can be treated with antiviral drugs.
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Syphilis.
- Bacterial Vaginosis.
- Trichomoniasis.
- Viral Hepatitis.
- HIV/AIDS.
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Can you get antibiotics for chlamydia over the counter?
Azithromycin is to be made available over the counter to treat asymptomatic chlamydia infection, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency announced today (6 August 2008). It is the first oral antibiotic to be switched from prescription-only to pharmacy medicine status.
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What antibiotics treat sexually transmitted diseases?
Treatment usually consists of one of the following, depending on the infection: Antibiotics. Antibiotics, often in a single dose, can cure many sexually transmitted bacterial and parasitic infections, including gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia and trichomoniasis.
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What is the use for penicillin?
Penicillin V is an antibiotic in the penicillin group of drugs. It fights bacteria in your body. Penicillin V is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as ear infections,. Penicillin V may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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Is Penicillin good for urinary tract infections?
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection, so an antibiotic is an effective treatment. Penicillin, specifically, may be used to treat a UTI, but the choice of medication sometimes is based on the specific bacteria causing the infection. Only a urine sample can confirm the presence of bacteria.
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What is penicillin 500 mg used for?
Penicillin V potassium is a slow-onset antibiotic that fights bacteria in your body. Penicillin V potassium is used to treat many different types of infections including strep and staph infections, pneumonia, rheumatic fever, and infections affecting the mouth or throat.
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What are the symptoms of chlamydia in a woman?
Chlamydia symptoms in women
- Abnormal vaginal discharge that may have an odor.
- Bleeding between periods.
- Painful periods.
- Abdominal pain with fever.
- Pain when having sex.
- Itching or burning in or around the vagina.
- Pain when urinating.
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What are the symptoms of chlamydia in a man?
Chlamydia symptoms in men include:
- White, cloudy or watery discharge from the tip of the penis;
- Pain, discomfort or a 'burning sensation' when urinating;
- Inflammation, tenderness and pain in and around the testicles.
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Can you take amoxicillin for chlamydia?
These common chlamydia antibiotics include: Amoxicillin - A broader spectrum form of penicillin, amoxicillin is a powerful antibiotic used for women who are breast-feeding, pregnant, or planning to become pregnant. This medicine along with doxycycline cure up to 95% of cases of chlamydia.
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Can chlamydia be treated with antibiotics?
The two most commonly prescribed antibiotics for chlamydia are: azithromycin – given as 2 or 4 tablets at once. doxycycline – given as 2 capsules a day for a week.
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Can you get chlamydia from a kiss?
It's unclear whether chlamydia can be spread through touch to another person's genitals if there's infected semen or vaginal fluid on your fingers, or by rubbing female genitals together. You can't catch chlamydia from kissing or sharing things such as toilets or towels with someone who has the infection.
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Can you get rid of gonorrhea?
Yes, gonorrhea can be cured with the right treatment. It is important that you take all of the medication your doctor prescribes to cure your infection. Medication for gonorrhea should not be shared with anyone. Although medication will stop the infection, it will not undo any permanent damage caused by the disease.
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What is the treatment for gonorrhea and chlamydia?
The recommended treatment for gonorrhea are antibiotics either ceftriaxone or cefixime administered as an injection. You will also be given an antibiotic called azithromycin that is taken in tablet form at the same time this helps treat any chlamydia infection (it is common for people to get both infections together).
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Can you get rid of chlamydia on your own?
Can you get rid of chlamydia? Chlamydia can be cured with antibiotics. The best way to cure chlamydia and keep from infecting your partners, is to avoid sex for seven (7) days, until the antibiotics have done their job.
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Can you use penicillin to treat a yeast infection?
Antibiotic use: Antibiotics can destroy bacteria that protect the vagina or alter the balance of bacteria that are normally present. A vaginal yeast infection may develop during or after the use of antibiotics taken to treat other conditions such as strep throat.
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What is the cure or treatment for gonorrhea?
Due to emerging strains of drug-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that uncomplicated gonorrhea be treated only with the antibiotic ceftriaxone — given as an injection — in combination with either azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax) or doxycycline (Monodox, Vibramycin,
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Can chlamydia be cured?
Yes, chlamydia can be cured with the right treatment. It is important that you take all of the medication your doctor prescribes to cure your infection. When taken properly it will stop the infection and could decrease your chances of having complications later on.