Patients with tonsillitis can take second-generation cephalosporins and third-generation cephalosporins, such as cefaclor capsules and cefdinir dispersible tablets. Need to choose the right drug under the guidance of the doctor.
However, not all tonsillitis patients need to take cephalosporin, if because of viral infection induced tonsillitis, you can follow the doctor’s instructions to take acyclovir tablets and other antiviral drugs treatment.
If the tonsillitis is induced by bacterial infections such as streptococcus and staphylococcus, you can take cefaclor capsules, cefprozil dispersible tablets and other second-generation cephalosporins as prescribed by the doctor, which can have an anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effect. You can also take cefixime capsules, cefdinir dispersible tablets and other third-generation cephalosporins to improve the symptoms of sore throat and difficulty in swallowing.
If tonsillitis is induced by viral infection, you can’t take cephalosporin and need to follow the doctor’s instructions to use antiviral drugs such as acyclovir tablets and ganciclovir tablets for treatment.
Cephalosporin is contraindicated in people who are allergic to cephalosporin and its components. You should not drink alcohol or beverages containing alcohol during the medication.
If headache, nausea and vomiting occur after taking Cephalosporin, stop the medication and go to the hospital as soon as possible.