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1. www.drugs.com › medical-answers › best-antibioticWhat is the best antibiotic to treat strep throat? - Drugs.com

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   Nov 10, 2023 · The CDC recommends the following dosages of antibiotics for Strep throat, for those people without a penicillin allergy. One dosage regimen should be chosen that is appropriate for the person being treated. Oral Penicillin V. Children: 250mg twice daily or 250mg three times daily for 10 days.

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3. www.nice.org.uk › guidance › ng84Sore throat (acute): antimicrobial prescribing - NICE

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   Jan 26, 2018 · This guideline sets out an antimicrobial prescribing strategy for acute sore throat. It aims to limit antibiotic use and reduce antimicrobial resistance. Acute sore throat is often caused by a virus, lasts for about a week, and most people get better without antibiotics.

4. cks.nice.org.uk › topics › sore-throat-acuteSore throat - acute | Health topics A to Z | CKS - NICE

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   Clarithromycin and erythromycin. Phenoxymethylpenicillin. Background information. Definition. Causes. Prevalence. Complications. Prognosis. Sore throat - acute: Summary. The term 'sore throat' describes the symptom of pain at the back of the mouth. Clinical descriptions of acute sore throat include:

5. www.uptodate.com › contents › treatment-andTreatment and prevention of streptococcal pharyngitis in ...

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   Jun 7, 2024 · GAS is one of the few causes of tonsillopharyngitis or pharyngitis for which antibiotic treatment is recommended. The treatment and prevention of group A streptococcal tonsillopharyngitis is reviewed here.

6. bnf.nice.org.uk › treatment-summaries › oroOropharyngeal infections, antibacterial therapy | Treatment ...

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   Metronidazole. Suggested duration of treatment 3 days. If metronidazole is contra-indicated, use alternative, amoxicillin. Abscess (periapical or periodontal) Public Health England advises antibacterial use only if there are signs of severe infection, systemic symptoms, or a high risk of complications.

7. www.webmd.com › understanding-strep-throat-basicsStrep Throat: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment - WebMD

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   May 16, 2024 · Strep throat is an infection of the throat and tonsils caused by a bacteria called group A streptococcus, which is also known as Streptococcus pyogenes. This bacteria lives in the nose and...

8. www.cdc.gov › clinical-guidance › strep-throatClinical Guidance for Group A Streptococcal Pharyngitis

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   Mar 1, 2024 · Using a recommended antibiotic regimen to treat group A strep pharyngitis: Shortens the duration of symptoms; Reduces the likelihood of transmission to close contacts; Decreases the development of complications; Recommended antibiotics. Penicillin or amoxicillin is the antibiotic of choice to treat group A strep pharyngitis.