What does antibiotics treat?

Introduction. Antibiotics are used to treat or prevent some types of bacterial infection. They work by killing bacteria or preventing them from reproducing and spreading. Antibiotics aren’t effective against viral infections, such as the common cold, flu, most coughs and sore throats.

How does erythromycin work?

Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats or prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).

What are the best natural antibiotics?

Seven best natural antibiotics

1. Garlic. Cultures across the world have long recognized garlic for its preventive and curative powers.
2. Honey. Since the time of Aristotle, honey has been used as an ointment that helps wounds to heal and prevents or draws out infection.
3. Ginger.
4. Echinacea.
5. Goldenseal.
6. Clove.
7. Oregano.

What type of infections does erythromycin treat?

Descriptions. Erythromycin is used to prevent and treat infections in many different parts of the body, including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, diphtheria, intestinal amebiasis, acute pelvic inflammatory disease, Legionnaire’s disease, pertussis, and syphilis.

How do you drink erythromycin?

Swallow the capsules and tablets whole with a full glass of water; do not chew or crush them. Continue to take erythromycin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking erythromycin without talking to your doctor.

What kind of bacteria does erythromycin treat?

What Conditions does ERYTHROMYCIN Treat?

• intestinal infection due to Campylobacter.
• person who carries the infection diphtheria.
• skin infection due to Streptococcus pyogenes bacteria.
• skin infection due to Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
• an infection of the skin and the tissue below the skin.

How can I make antibiotics at home?

Ingredients

1. 24 oz /700 ml apple cider vinegar (always use organic)
2. ¼ cup finely chopped garlic.
3. ¼ cup finely chopped onion.
4. 2 fresh peppers, the hottest you can find (be careful with the cleaning – wear gloves!!!)
5. ¼ cup grated ginger.
6. 2 tbsp grated horseradish.
7. 2 tbsp turmeric powder or 2 pieces of turmeric root.

Can erythromycin cure sore throat?

Erythromycin is used to treat: Streptococcal infections of the throat (“strep throat”) and skin. Lung infections, for example, pneumonia caused by streptococcal pneumoniae, mycoplasma pneumoniae, and legionella pneumophila (legionnaires disease)