The authors note that randomized trials for treatment of sinusitis are relatively scarce. A previous trial by one of the authors enrolled children 2-16 years of age with sinusitis confirmed by x-rays, ...
The best therapies for bacterial rhinosinusitis Knowing when to prescribe antibiotics and what kind to give is crucial. Here are some guidelines for patients with mild-to-moderate infections. Acute ...
Identifying viral vs. bacterial sinusitis Although the vast majority of sinus infections are caused by viruses, IDSA recommends prescribing antibiotics for acute bacterial rhinosinusitis. Although the ...
According to recent guidelines, patients who have experiences sinusitits symptoms for 10 days or more should then wait another seven days — for a total of 17 days — to allow the infection to go away ...
The activity, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, efficacy, safety, drug interactions, and dosage and administration of moxifloxacin are reviewed. Moxifloxacin is an oral 8-methoxyquinolone ...
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Sinus infections: Are they contagious?
Viral sinus infections can be contagious and usually last seven to 10 days. Bacterial sinus infections typically are not contagious and may need antibiotics. Stay home if you have a fever and wait ...
Most people are familiar with bacterial sinus infections that come with seasonal colds or allergies, but another, potentially more serious type of infection often goes unrecognized until it causes ...
Dear Doctor K: I’ve had four bouts of “bacterial sinusitis” over the past several months. How can I kick this infection for good?
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