Sentences with phrase «antibiotics as a precaution»

Those suspected of having TB may also be given potent antibiotics as a precaution — drugs that can cause serious side effects, including vomiting, headaches, rash and drug - induced hepatitis (liver inflammation).

She's on antibiotics as a precaution, and she doesn't seem bothered by the injury.

The veterinarian may prescribe pain medication and antibiotics as a precaution against bacterial infections.

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We applaud Trusts that screen their patients before admission, as the policy of not screening surely goes against the Government's ambition to reduce antimicrobial resistance, if we can prevent an infection by taking additional precautions where a positive screen is obtained then surely this reduces the need for antibiotics and makes a better outcome for the patient and save lives.

«The leveling off of CDI incidence toward the end of our study period may be the result of increased antibiotic stewardship programs and improved infection control measures, such as use of contact precautions, cleaning and disinfection of equipment, and environment, and hand hygiene.»

In many cases, a vet will administer an antibiotic injection as a precaution against infection.

As a precaution, it's often a good idea to take antibiotics in order to prevent a serious infection from developing.