I have had a dry cough and a high fever of 104?F for the past 10 days. I took Amoxyclav 625 mg twice daily for 3 days and have now been taking half a tablet of Meftal-500. What should I do?

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I have had a dry cough and a high fever of 104?F for the past 10 days. I took Amoxyclav 625 mg twice daily for 3 days and have now been taking half a tablet of Meftal-500. What should I do?
Asked by Female, 25 · 2 months ago
I'm sorry to hear that you've been experiencing a high fever and dry cough for 10 days. A fever of 104°F (40°C) lasting this long, especially with a persistent cough, is concerning and requires prompt medical evaluation.
Here are some important points and recommendations:
Antibiotic Use: You took Amoxyclav (amoxicillin-clavulanic acid) for 3 days. This antibiotic treats bacterial infections but is not effective against viral infections like the flu or COVID-19. Also, a short 3-day course may be insufficient for bacterial infections, and incomplete treatment can lead to resistance.
Current Medication: Meftal-500 (usually a pain reliever/anti-inflammatory) does not treat infections or fever causes.
Next Steps:
Please do not self-medicate further without professional guidance. Persistent high fever and cough can indicate serious infections like pneumonia or other conditions that need medical attention.
If you feel very unwell or symptoms worsen, consider visiting the emergency department or calling emergency services.
Take care and consult a specialist doctor as soon as possible.To narrow down potential causes, we will need some more information.Please tell me your age and gender.
Answered 2 months ago