Bronchitis refers to an inflammation affecting the smaller tubes of the lungs called the bronchioles. The Mayo Clinic says that typical symptoms of bronchitis a cough, wheezing, fatigue and chest discomfort. Other symptoms of bronchitis include chills, fever, shortness of breath and mucus production. Fortunately, antibiotics to treat bronchitis exist.
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin, commonly sold as Amoxil or Trimox, is a medication used to manage bacterial infections such as pneumonia, gonorrhea and infections involving the ears, throat, nose, skin and urinary tract.
Amoxicillin's less serious side effects include vomiting, diarrhea and an upset stomach. Call a doctor when amoxicillin's less concerning effects remain for more than a week.
Amoxicillin's serious effects include hives, seizures, fatigue, a lack of energy and pale skin. Amoxicillin's other serious effects include yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) and easy bleeding or bruising. Call a doctor when amoxicillin's side effects develop.
A change in amoxicllin's dose may be necessary when taking such medications as chloramphenicol, probenacid and other antibiotics.
Amoxicillin is available as a tablet, liquid and chewable tablet. It is taken daily or as prescribed.
Cefaclor
Cefaclor, commonly sold as Raniclor, is another medication used to manage bronchitis. Drugs.com says that cefaclor belongs to a class of cephalosporin antibiotic medications.
Cefaclor's less concerning effects include constipation, nausea, a headache, a runny nose, vaginal itching or vaginal discharge. This drug can also lead to drowsiness and a poor appetite. Notify a doctor when cefaclor's serious effects remain for greater than one week.
Cefaclor's serious effects include a fast or pounding heartbeat, bloody or watery diarrhea, swelling of the feet or hands and shortness of breath. This medication can also lead to a fever, blistering of the skin, warmth and redness of the skin. Notify a doctor when cefaclor's serious effects develop.
This medication should not be taken when taking such medications as cefadroxil, cefuroxime, cefixime and cefprozil.
This medication is available as an extended-release tablet that is typically taken daily.
Cefixime
Cefixime, commonly sold as Suprax, is a medication also used to manage bronchitis. Drugs.com says that this medication is also a cephalosporin antibiotic that is used to a eliminate bacteria.
Cefixime's less concerning side effects include anxiety, drowsiness, a headache, vaginal itching or discharge and stomach pain. Sometimes, this drug can also lead to such side effects as a cough or sore throat. Contact a physician when cefixime's common effects remain for more than five days.
Cefixime's serious side effects include numbness or tingling, swelling of the feet or hands, a pounding or fast heartbeat and chest pain. This medication can also lead to watery or bloody diarrhea and peeling or redness of the skin. Notify a doctor when cefixime's serious effects develop.
Cefixime is an extended-release tablet that is taken daily or as indicated.
