Patient's question:
Can Qingkailing tablets and Cefuroxime axetil dispersible tablets be taken together? I feel my throat is very uncomfortable. It might be caused by catching a cold yesterday. I bought Qingkailing tablets from a pharmacy. I also have Cefuroxime axetil dispersible tablets at home. Can these two medications be taken together, or should they be spaced out by half an hour? Thank you. The former is a traditional Chinese medicine, and the latter is an anti-inflammatory. They should not conflict, right?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you mentioned, you have a sore throat, but it is currently unclear whether it is inflamed. If it has been confirmed that there is inflammation, you can take Cefuroxime Axetil Dispersible Tablets. If it hasn't been confirmed that there is local inflammation yet, it is best not to use anti-inflammatory medications blindly to prevent the development of drug resistance. In the future, when you really need the medication, it may not be as effective. Generally, for upper respiratory tract infections, you don't need to take anti-inflammatory drugs like Cefuroxime. You can start with basic medications, such as Amoxicillin Capsules or Erythromycin, which are also suitable options.