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Med Minutes

Short, pharmacist-approved rundowns of the most important things to know about common kids’ medications—like dosing, side effects, and practical counseling points. Med Minute guides contain the top 5 things to know when starting a new medication! This does not constitute medical advice or replace information found in the package insert.

Med Minute: Azithromycin (Zithromax)

Med Minute: Azithromycin (Zithromax)

This Med Minute guide discusses azithromycin (Zithromax), an antibiotic frequently used for pediatric patients aged 6 months and older to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the macrolide class of antibiotics. In the pediatric world, azithromycin is primarily prescribed for patients with a bacterial infection and a penicillin allergy. Continue

Teenage girl coughing and the title Med Minute: Omnicef

Med Minute: Cefdinir (Omnicef)

This Med Minute guide covers cefdinir (Omnicef), an antibiotic commonly used to treat bacterial infections like ear infections and acute bronchitis in adolescents. It works by stopping bacteria from growing and replicating, typically requiring a 7 to 10-day course. Keep reading for quick facts on uses, dosing, side effects, and

A skin rash on hands with the title Med Minute: Keflex

Med Minute: Cephalexin (Keflex)

This Med Minute guide covers cephalexin (Keflex), an antibiotic commonly prescribed for bacterial infections such as skin infections, strep throat, and urinary tract infections. It works by stopping bacteria from growing and replicating, often requiring a 7 to 10-day course. Keep reading for quick facts on uses, dosing, side effects,

A young girl holding her ear and the title: Med Minute: Augmentin

Med Minute: Amoxicillin and Clavulanate (Augmentin)

This Med Minute guide covers amoxicillin-clavulanate, an antibiotic often prescribed for bacterial infections like ear infections, sinus infections, and pneumonia. Amoxicillin stops bacteria from growing, while clavulanate boosts its effectiveness against resistant bacteria. Keep reading for quick facts on uses, dosing, side effects, and tips for giving it to your

Med Minute: Amoxicillin

Med Minute: Amoxicillin

In this Med Minute guide, we’re covering amoxicillin, a commonly prescribed antibiotic used to treat and prevent various bacterial infections. It works by stopping bacteria from growing and replicating, often requiring a 7 to 10-day course for full effectiveness. Keep reading for quick facts on uses, dosing, side effects,