Principles of appropriate antibiotic use for acute pharyngitis in adults

Article Abstract:

Most patients with a throat infection should not be treated with antibiotics unless they are infected with group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus. If so, they should be treated with penicillin or erythromycin. All other patients should be treated with pain-killers, anti-fever medications, and other supportive care.

Health aspects, Antibiotics, Pharyngitis, Sore throat

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Evidence base for management of acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Article Abstract:

Patients with an exacerbation of chronic obstructive lung disease should be treated first with inhaled anti-cholinergic bronchodilators or beta(sub 2) agonists. Oral corticosteroids, oxygen, and non-invasive positive pressure ventilation are also beneficial. Mucolytic drugs, chest physiotherapy, and methylxanthine bronchodilators are not beneficial and may even be harmful.

Lung diseases, Obstructive, Chronic obstructive lung disease

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