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Why am I still experiencing a mild fever and headaches after taking the antibiotic cefuroxime 500 mg and Pantop D for five days to treat my swollen glands?

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Why am I still experiencing a mild fever and headaches after taking the antibiotic cefuroxime 500 mg and Pantop D for five days to treat my swollen glands?

Asked by Female, 30 · 13 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

13 days ago

I understand it can be frustrating to still feel unwell after five days of treatment. Since cefuroxime is an antibiotic, it only targets bacterial infections. If your swollen glands are caused by a virus, the antibiotic won't effective, which could explain the persistent mild fever and headaches. Alternatively, the infection might need a different medication, or simply more time to resolve. Pantop D helps manage stomach acidity but does not treat the infection itself. Please rest, stay hydrated, and contact your doctor for a quick follow-up. They can safely re-evaluate your symptoms and adjust your treatment plan if needed. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

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