How long before Bactrim DS works?!
Question: How long before Bactrim DS works!?
This morning I went to the er!. I have infected teeth and I was prescribed Bactrim DS!. I was wondering How long does it take for the Bactrim to start working because my right side of my face is completely swollen!. :( When should the swelling be going down!? and what else can I do to bring it down!? I am also taking motrin 800!. It doesn't seem to be working :(Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
It takes an estimated 72 hours to achieve a "theraputic" blood level of the antibiotic and it begins to kill the infection!. Applying ice packs intermittently might make you more comfortable; taking the motrin on a regular basis is pretty much all you can do until the antibiotic kicks in and starts to work!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
For an infection like this - it's pretty deep, so it might take a couple of days before there is noticeable improvement, and a few more days after that for the swelling to completely disappear, if the antibiotics are working!. If you don't see any signs of improvement after 5-6 days, you should call the doc - some other treatment approach might be needed!. Motrin is unlikely to do much for this type of swelling!.Www@Answer-Health@Com